LORENZO, MY FATHER'S BEST FRIEND

CHAPTER 1. OLANDRIA If anyone had told me that turning nineteen would come with a lot of drama, I would've stayed wherever I was and refused to come home. I’d spent the last three weeks away from the pack, visiting my aunt’s territory on the northern border. It was peaceful there. No responsibilities, no expectations—just long walks, quiet nights, and freedom. I needed that break. My life in Silverpine was always loud, messy, and crowded by the same faces I’d grown up with. But still… I missed my people. My Dad, Alpha Lorenzo, the pack...and most especially—Eli. Eli Carter had been my best friend since we were little pups. The one person who made me laugh when things got hard. The one who knew me better than anyone. He was supposed to pick me up from the border today. I’d even imagined running into his arms, teasing him about how much he’d missed me. But that didn’t happen. The front door was unlocked. Weird—Dad never left it open. I pushed it slowly, calling out, “Dad? I’m

CHAPTER 3 — Olandria’s POVI found myself in Alpha Lorenzo’s quarters before I even realized it. His home felt safe, warm—comforting. Just like him. There was something about being near him that made me feel protected, as if nothing bad could reach me while he was close.But beyond that, Alpha Lorenzo was dangerously attractive—the kind of man who made every woman in the Pack steal a second look. Me included. He had that raw, magnetic presence that could make your heart race—your panties wet, and your knees weak—with just one glance.He was tall, over six feet, with tousled brown hair and piercing blue eyes that seemed to see right through you. Tattoos traced the hard lines of his body, across his defined abs and powerful arms.When he wrapped his arm around me, offering comfort, I couldn't help but notice how good he smelt. Like fresh coffee and musk. I hadn't realized before how intoxicating his scent was.“My Dad is sleeping with my best friend,” I whispered, before I could stop my