Chapter 70

Mikhail

Sophia’s threat hangs heavy in the air, and I can feel the gravity of her words settling in my bones.

I don’t doubt her for a second.

I know she means every word, and honestly, I don’t blame her.

If I were in her shoes, I’d feel the same way. Hell, I’d probably feel worse.

But as I watch her now, her gaze softening as she looks at Rose, I feel a flicker of hope. It’s small, almost invisible, but it’s there. Maybe, just maybe, there’s a chance for us to find some kind of peace… for Rose’s sake. Maybe, in time, we can rebuild what was lost. Or at least start fresh.

I crouch down beside Rose, watching as she carefully places another block on top of her tower.

She’s so focused and so determined, and I can’t help but smile. She’s got Sophia’s spirit, her fire.

And maybe a bit of my stubbornness, too.

“Careful, little wolf,” I say softly, steadying her hand. “You don’t want it to fall.”

She looks up at me, her eyes shining with mischief. “If it falls, I build again,” she declares wi