As the children drifted off to sleep, the living room fell into a comfortable silence. Rhea and Elijah found themselves alone, their past lingering in the air like a bittersweet memory. The moonlight spilled through the window, casting a soft glow on their faces. She couldn't help but notice the way his eyes sparkled under the moon's gentle caress. Her heart ached as her wolf longed for him; the connection they once shared was still palpable. The room seemed to shrink, the distance between them closing in with every passing second. Their eyes met, and in that moment, a flood of emotions surged within her. The memories of their love, the pain of their separation, and the undeniable attraction still lingered. The wolf within her stirred, its primal instincts awakening. He took a step cl