Ares||
I awoke to the soft light of dawn filtering through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the grass.
Reaching out, my hand met only space where Phoenix should have been. Confusion turned to concern as I sat up, scanning the garden for any sign of her.
“Phoenix?” I called softly, my voice tinged with worry.
There was no response, only the peaceful rustle of leaves in the breeze.
I stood, quickly dressing, but a smile tugged at my lips despite the unease in my chest. We were finally mated. The bond we shared was something I had longed for, something that filled me with a profound sense of joy and strength.
The night before had been intense, our connection deeper than anything I had ever experienced. Our wolves had accepted each other fully, melding our minds and souls.
I fel
