After the ceremony, Sara and I found a quiet moment by the edge of the clearing. The air still buzzed with energy, the pack celebrating Ryan's ascension and the announcement of their bond, but I had something weighing on my mind.

"Sara," I started, glancing at her, “should we tell Adonis about everything that’s happened? He should know about Rambo, the potions, the witch…”

Sara waved her hand dismissively, a smirk already forming on her lips. "Relax, Ella. Adonis will be fine. He’s got his own pack to worry about, and besides, I’ll be going back with Ryan soon. We’ll hold our bonding ceremony with my pack, and Adonis can...