Chapter 360 Lucas: Post-Blizzard Return

LUCAS

Ava's nowhere to be found, but Aurum is quick to let me know she's checking on her wards again.

He sounds grumpy, and I don't blame him.

The woman's turned into a bit of a workaholic when it comes to her magic wards. I don't understand them—they're far more advanced and finicky compared to the pack wards we've used for generations. She says it's because they're practically useless, but I think they work just fine.

Aside from the vampire problem, which probably means she's right. But it still shouldn't need to go out near-daily to check on them, right?

But I can appreciate her dedication to our pack's safety, and it's true no one's stumbled upon us since she put them up.

It would just be nice if she'd check on her mate as religiously as she checks on those damn wards.

Jealousy, Aurum whispers in the back of my head.

Shut up. You feel the same way.

His agreement is without guile. Aurum is true to himself and comfortable with his insecurity involving our mates. Goddess knows he makes a scene around Selene whenever he gets a chance.

Mate, he says wistfully.

boots. The cold seeps into my bones, and I head straight for the shower, eager to warm up.

I just want to spend the night with Ava. Eat a nice dinner together.

And more.

Aurum rumbles his approval in the back of my mind. Just as I'm imagining the sound

straining to hear. It's hard to smell anything over the powerful scent of Ava's bodywash—something I've gotten into the habit of using when I

slap a towel around my waist, tracking water everywhere as I head to the living room. Whoever it is, it isn't pack.

me

Ivy.

hell is she doing

no need to guard this place when she isn't here. Ava's absence means Ivy waltzed right in

voice level. "What

form. Something in her gaze makes my skin

strong pulse of alpha power, stopping her in her tracks. Her eyes widen. There's fear, yes, but something else I'd rather not name. I've

breathily, recovering quickly. "I apologize for the intrusion. I have

cut her off with a raised hand. "And this couldn't

thought it best to inform you immediately.

legitimate on the surface. But I've been an alpha too long to fall for such transparent manipulation. And the way she

no reason for you to barge into the Alpha's quarters for such a paltry reason. Food supplies, while important, are not an emergency that requires you to enter

Luna is in charge of the food situation here. Any further concerns should be brought to her attention first, as she's the Luna of this

a moment before smoothing out. "Of course, Alpha. I meant no

wrong," I interrupt, my patience wearing thin.

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