The night passed slowly, with me drifting in and out of a restless sleep in the chair beside Lily's bed. Every small sound made me jolt awake, my heart racing as I checked to make sure Lily was still safe and sound.
As the first light of dawn began to filter through the small window, I heard movement outside our door. Lily stirred in her sleep, and I gently shook her awake.
"Lily," I whispered, "someone's coming. We need to be ready."
She sat up, rubbing her eyes and looking around in confusion before the memories of yesterday came flooding back. I could see the moment reality hit her, her face crumpling slightly before she took a deep breath and straightened her shoulders.
"Okay," she said quietly. "I'm ready."
The door opened, and Alpha Kaine stepped in. His face was as impassive as
