Kian

The call ended abruptly. Nara called and then hung up! I'm going crazy. It's been weeks, fucking weeks, without my mate. My wolf is in constant mourning, and I'm beside myself.

I've never felt as helpless as I do right now. The door to my office opens, and Stella walks in, dressed in her silk nightdress. Her eyes look tired.

"Kian," she approaches me, taking in the mess in my office. She cups my face in her hands. "I heard you screaming. Is everything okay?" Sympathy fills her dark eyes.

I nod, trying to push her away. Her behavior has been surprising me lately. She's being kind and gentle,...