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Elena’s pov

I woke up, and the silver light of dawn passing through the window shone on me.

The sheets tangled around my legs. My body ached and the lingering warmth beside me told me I wasn't alone.

For a moment, I just lay there, staring at the ceiling, letting my raging heart slow down.

Lykan’s arm was wrapped around my waist, heavy and protective. His chest rose and fell steadily behind me, and even in sleep, his fingers curled around my arm slightly like he was afraid I would disappear.

I shifted slightly, and that's when I felt the bond between us had deepened.

It was complete, but it was stronger than before I could feel it.

My wolf was quiet and calm for the first time in what felt like forever.

She didn’t press. She didn’t urge.

She was simply there. Well, she had finally gotten what she wanted.

Lykan stirred behind me, nuzzling against my hair, a low sound rumbling in his chest.

For one insane second, I thought about pretending to still be asleep.

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