Alpha Randall, his broad shoulders slacked due to the heavy weight of grief he felt, stood by the window. The fading tendrils of sunlight cast his face in a gloomy glow, highlighting the worry lines etched on his face by the recent events. He panicked, but he did well to hide it. Vulnerability was a luxury he couldn't afford, especially not in the presence of a woman as brave as Visha. He was proud of her. But he felt a nagging worry for Reyana, his mate. Klara's chamber would be his first stop as soon as Aldric arrived. The very thought of seeing Reyana sent a wave of longing through him. Visha, perched on the edge of the bed, observed him with a predator's keenness. Her theatrics were a masterpiece. She couldn't help the overwhelming surge of excitement running through her. She kn