MAIA'S POV

Emily and I stayed at the pack house until the sun had set. I was glad that playing with the kids really helped me get Lucius off my mind.

After we played for hours, we all sat down under a tree and had snacks. Before the sun went down, Emily and I went back to the castle.

As soon as I got down from the carriage, I was immediately engulfed in a hug.

"Where were you? I have been looking for you. I was so worried," he asked.

I could sense pain and worry in his voice.

When he noticed I was quiet, he pulled back from the...