Debby’s POVMy heart beat wildly as Jay’s line rang again and again.For a moment, I thought it wouldn’t connect — like every other time — but then I finally heard his voice.“Sweetheart, finally you called me,” he said in relief, and just like that, a wide smile spread across my face.The sound of his voice melted my heart as my wolf purred softly in satisfaction. Hearing him again felt like breathing after being underwater for too long.“I’ve been trying to reach you every day,” he said, his voice laced with exhaustion. “But no matter where I went or what network I used, your line just wouldn’t go through. Even when I found a good signal, it still wouldn’t connect.”My smile faltered as guilt hit me hard.Knowing he had been trying every day — that he had been waiting, worried — made my heart ache badly. I missed him terribly too, him and our little girl. But everything here demanded my time and attention. I was always surrounded by paperwork, files, and endless faces that needed co
Levi’s POV“How are you feeling now?” I asked an elderly she-wolf who had complained of a backache in the morning.She had already visited me earlier, and I had healed her, but seeing her walking again stirred my concern. That’s why I stopped her the moment I spotted her an hour later.Her smile widened, almost glowing. “I feel like a teenager.”I let out a soft breath, relieved. “I’m glad you do. But whenever the pain returns, don’t hesitate to come to me, alright? Don’t suffer quietly.”Her expression shifted from warmth to something more cautious. She lowered her head and bowed quickly. I didn’t need to turn to know why. The faint hush of footsteps behind me and the sudden stiffening in the air told me someone was there—someone important.When I turned, I saw the Luna walking toward us.Immediately, I bowed deeply. Respect was a must, though my heart was hammering louder than I wanted it to.“Healer, may I have a word with you?” she asked.Her tone was calm, but her eyes gave away
Debby’s POVI knocked on Daisy’s door a few times, but there was no answer. For a moment, I thought she might be asleep, or maybe she was out with Levi. Just as I was about to turn away, I caught the soft sound of footsteps inside, followed by her scent drifting through the crack.When the door opened, I smiled warmly.“Hey there,” I greeted, my tone a little too cheerful, but I couldn’t help it. I reached forward and grabbed her hand tightly.“Can I come in?” I asked, my voice holding a hint of excitement.She frowned, as if my behavior surprised her, but she gave a small nod anyway.We stepped inside, and I quietly shut the door behind us. My eyes scanned the room quickly—it smelled faintly of herbs, maybe from Levi, and the bed was neatly made except for a folded blanket at the edge. Daisy sat down, and I followed, settling beside her.“Now, sweetie, tell me everything,” I said softly, giving her hand a squeeze.Her brows furrowed. “Tell you… what?” she asked cautiously.“How havin
Daisy’s POV“Are you serious?” I asked Levi when he put me down inside my bathroom, his expression calm but firm.“Yes, I am. I want to help you wash off that disgusting blood from your body,” he answered simply, as if it were the most natural thing in the world to do.I looked at the tub, then back at him, seriously raising a brow.It wasn’t that I was shy about being naked in front of him. I was confident in my body, and he was my mate. But the thought of him actually touching me, slowly and carefully washing me, his hands running over every part of my skin—it wasn’t just a bath anymore. It was lewd. It was dangerous. Because I knew once it started, I wouldn’t be able to hold back or stop myself from wanting more.“How about I wash myself?” I asked with what I hoped was an innocent smile, secretly praying he would give me space to breathe.“Absolutely not,” he answered without hesitation, his voice clipped and much firmer this time.He walked ahead to the tub and grabbed the knob of
Daisy’s POV“What’s wrong?” Levi asked, his voice full of concern.I stared down at the burnt bread on the plate and then at the eggs that had stuck stubbornly to the pan, their edges blackened. My stomach twisted with guilt.“I’m sorry,” I whispered, barely able to look him in the eyes.Moments ago, everything had been light. We were laughing, teasing each other, and for the first time since I woke up missing pieces of my life, I had felt normal. I told him to sit still and let me spoil him with breakfast. It was supposed to be perfect, a simple gesture to show him what he meant to me. Instead, the meal looked like something even stray dogs would avoid.“It seems I can’t cook you a meal you’ll actually enjoy,” I murmured, my throat tightening with shame.To my surprise, he rose from his chair without a single complaint. His steps were calm and unhurried. He reached for the plate, picked up the charred bread, and without hesitation, took a bite.“Levi!” I gasped. “Spit that out; you’l
Levi’s POVThe faint light of dawn crept through the cracks of the window when I opened my eyes. I blinked a few times, letting my vision adjust. Everything was still and quiet, and I lay there for a long moment just listening to my own breathing. Slowly, I sat up, rubbed my face with both hands, and got to my feet. My body still felt heavy, but I forced myself forward.I moved straight to the bathroom without making a sound. The cool water from the shower hit my skin, sliding down my shoulders and back, waking me fully. I stayed there longer than I needed to, just letting it wash over me as my thoughts ran wild. By the time I stepped out and got dressed, my head was still clouded with everything that had happened the day before.I made my way into the kitchen and leaned against the counter. For a second, I just stood there staring at nothing. Then I pinched myself hard—so hard I almost bruised my arm. The sharp sting was real, but my heart still raced with doubt. I dropped my hand an