LOGIN"Your music reaches her," Amali observed softly. "I've seen it happening gradually. During your performances, something shifts in her expression, calculation giving way to genuine feeling, even if only briefly."
"That's why we keep playing," Lilly admitted, the phantom sensation conveying this confession to her mates as well. "Not just because we love the music itself, but because we've seen how it creates openings where words cannot."
Amali smiled, reaching out to squeeze Lilly's hand gently. "Then keep playing. And know you're not alone in hoping for Allischa's healing, or in protecting the bond the Goddess has given you."
As Amali departed, the phantom sensation flowed steadily between Lilly and her distant mates. Through their bond, they shared a wordless w
Luka held his breath, sensing the delicate nature of this moment. The three pack leaders were acknowledging, in their own subtle way, what they all suspected about the relationship forming between their children.Mick turned to face Ryan and James fully. "Our children share a unique bond," he said carefully. "One that I believe will only strengthen the alliance between our packs."Ryan's expression remained guarded, but he nodded slowly. "Perhaps the Moon Goddess has plans for them, for all of us, that we're only beginning to understand.""The legends speak of rare bonds that transcend ordinary connections," James said thoughtfully. "Bonds blessed by the Goddess herself."The three men fell silent, each
Kenny accepted her help, rising to his feet with a rueful smile. "I'll never doubt you again.""My turn," Axel announced, stepping into the makeshift sparring circle. His green eyes gleamed with playful challenge as he circled Lilly, his movements fluid and predatory.Lilly's amber eyes narrowed in concentration as she sized him up. Axel was taller than Kenny, with a more muscular build and years of training under his father's exacting standards. He wouldn't be as easy to take down.A small crowd had begun to gather around them, wolves from both packs drawn by the intriguing matchup, the petite daughter of Alpha Riverwood against the formidable son of Alpha Blackthorn."Don't go easy on me," Lilly warne
Axel stepped closer to Lilly, his height making him tower over her petite frame. "I look forward to seeing what you've got, Riverwood," he said, his voice dropping to a playful growl that sent a visible shiver through Lilly."Careful what you wish for, Blackthorn," she replied, not backing down an inch despite the blush creeping up her cheeks.Luka cleared his throat, breaking the moment. "Right, well, I should let you get back to practicing. Dad wants to go over some details for the weekend."As he turned to leave, Lilly called after him. "Luka? Thank you. For everything you're doing for us."Luka paused, looking back at his sister and her mates. The three of them stood together, a united front against whatever challenges might come their way. His chest swelled with pride and determination."That's what family doe
"What if I'm not good enough?" she was saying, her voice small and uncertain. "What if I get there and they realize I'm just... ordinary?"Kenny, who sat beside her, took her hand in his. "Lilly Riverwood, you have never been ordinary a day in your life."Axel knelt before her, his expression unusually gentle. "You're extraordinary, Lilly. Not just because of how you play, but because of who you are."Lilly's amber eyes glistened with unshed tears. "But what if I fail? What if all of this, the alliance, the plans, it's all for nothing because I'm not good enough?""Then we adapt," Axel said simply. "The alliance isn't conditional on your acceptance to Juilliard."
Lilly laughed, the sound light and musical. "I hope so. I still have so much work to do before the audition.""You'll be ready," Axel assured her, his confidence unwavering.Luka chose that moment to knock softly on the door frame. Three pairs of eyes turned toward him expectantly."Sorry to interrupt," he said, stepping into the room. "I thought you'd want to know how the meeting went with your fathers.”Kenny and Axel straightened immediately, their expressions shifting from adoration to alert concern in an instant. Lilly lowered her violin, her amber eyes wide with anticipation."Well?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. "What did they say?"
Mick smiled at his mate with pride before turning back to their guests. "We're proposing a future where our packs don't just coexist but thrive together. Where we embrace both our wolf heritage and the opportunities of the modern world."A heavy silence fell over the room as Ryan and James exchanged meaningful glances. Ryan's expression remained guarded, but there was a thoughtful light in his eyes that hadn't been there before."This is... unconventional," Ryan finally said."So is a triad mate bond," Mick replied simply.James leaned forward. "What exactly are you proposing as first steps?"Luka felt a flutter of hope in his chest. They were asking for details, not dismiss







