Chapter 163

Lucius's POV Peace with Claire felt like finally coming home after a long, exhausting journey. No more arguments, no more misunderstandings, just quiet embraces and tender kisses. This happiness was more than I'd ever allowed myself to hope for. Having Claire as a werewolf changed everything. Stella and Raven had developed their own relationship, communicating in ways that sometimes filtered through to us. "Stella reminds me of Claire, but with more bite to her words," Raven told me one evening. "She likes to tease me, but I find it... refreshing." I laughed at that. "The mighty Raven, enjoying being teased? Never thought I'd see the day." "She understands me," he replied simply. I understood that feeling perfectly. Claire understood me in ways no one else ever had. Both of us couldn't wait to be glued to Claire's side every day. But the new office in Crescent City demanded more of my attention than I'd anticipated. The business required attention, but the pack matters were even more p