"I must do this," Hera said and heaved a deep sigh. She felt that something was wrong with Ryan so she decided to take action.

It was around 6 am. She made her way to her brother's room still dressed in her night robe. Alpha Luca was in a deep snooze.

"Who is that?" he said while rubbing his drowsy eyes vigorously. Hera had been knocking heavily on the door to his chamber.

It must either be Ryan or Hera he thought and stood up. He jumped out of the bed, unlocked the door and ushered Hera in.

"I woke you up. I'm sorry," she said and sat by the...