Chapter 100

SERAPHINA I felt my cheeks flush with the compliment. “I'm just doing what a partner should do.” “No, Luna. You're doing more than that.” Archer smiled faintly. “You're giving him something no one else can—hope for healing, strength to face his past demons. That's no small thing.” After Archer left, I sat back down with a warm feeling in my chest. Maybe I was making a difference. Maybe my love—our love—was strong enough to heal such deep wounds. That afternoon, I found Kaelos on the training field, supervising a training session for young warriors. He stood with a firm but relaxed posture, giving instructions and corrections in a firm but encouraging voice. “Widen your stance, Marcus!” he shouted at one of the young warriors. “Balance is key in battle.” I stood at the edge of the field, watching with a smile. This was the Kaelos I knew—an engaged leader, a caring mentor, an Alpha who was truly present for his pack. When the training session was over and the warriors dispersed, Kaelos a