Alpha King Chases Abandoned Luna

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Chapter 311

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The next morning, I returned to find Lucas exactly where I'd left him, his vigilant presence unchanged despite the hours that had

passed.

"You stayed all night," I observed, setting down my bag.

"I said I would,” he replied simply, rising from the chair. "Your mother's condition is stable. There's been no change."

I nodded, both relieved and disappointed. Stable meant she wasn't getting worse, but she also wasn't waking up.

"You must be hungry," Lucas said, checking his watch. "The private dining area should be open. Join me for breakfast."

It wasn't really a question, but I found I didn't mind his commanding tone. After the emotional roller coaster of the past few days,

there was something comforting about not having to make decisions.

The medical den's private dining area was quiet, reserved for pack officials and special guests. Lucas had already arranged for

food to be waiting for us-a selection of fresh fruits, venison sausage, and warm bread.

As we ate, Lucas pushed a thermos toward me. "Spiced Longan-Ginger Red Date Tea," he explained. "It helps with the pain.

him in surprise. "How did you

lips. "Your scent changes slightly. Most

warm at his admission. The fact that he had noticed such a personal detail about me was

oddly touching.

you," I said, pouring the fragrant tea. The warm, spicy aroma was immediately

the Shadow Creek Police Precinct after breakfast. I want to hear

the tea. The blend of herbs immediately

Lucas informed me. "He's with

"James is here? When did he get

He seems quite protective of you and your

note in Lucas's voice I couldn't quite identify-not jealousy, exactly, but

We stopped by my mother's room first, where

his amber-flecked eyes serious for once. He held

as he called

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greeted me, his usual flirtatious tone

and I are heading to the

the bat. "No one will get past me. Go find

a surge of gratitude for his loyalty. Between Lucas

protected in my absence.

meeting room. To my surprise, Ethan Stone was already there, deep in conversation with

as we entered, his expression professionally neutral.

coming."