MADELINE'S POV

The air in the pack hospital felt unnaturally still. Since I woke up, Alpha Konan hadn't left my side. At first, I thought nothing of his presence, but as time went on, it became overwhelming.

Every time I opened my eyes, he was there, watching as if I might disappear if he blinked. The sight of him sleeping in that uncomfortable chair, head tilted awkwardly, warmed my heart and displeased me at the same time. I needed to make him leave.

"Alpha Konan," I called softly.

His head shot up immediately, scanning my face.

"You are awake," he said in a groggy voice.

"Do you need anything? Water?...