••• Maximillian’s POV •••

We returned to the Silentmane Canines Pack and had a quiet dinner with Rosa and Jaxon.

I kept monitoring Arra’s well-being, and my heart ached for her.

The usual rosiness in her cheeks hadn't returned, and she looked pretty pale and still a bit weak after losing control of herself in front of Abigail.

But my sweet Luna was now pretending to be strong again, except for the fact that she had to force herself to swallow her food.

Was it strange for me to feel happy when she leaned on me and showed her vulnerability at the prison?

Granted, I loved having a powerful Luna....