MasukJonah's pov What she askedāwhy are you looking at me with squinted eyes? Danika? āSince you're still learning, should I be worried about food poisoning?ā I teased, a playful glint in my eyes. Danika's face went from hopeful to completely dumbfoundedāher eyes wide with surprise and a hint of hurt. I stifled a chuckle that slipped past. She wasn't expecting that question, and that made it even more enjoyable. She hit me instinctively, unable to hold back. āJonah, that's not funny,ā she exclaimed, her voice a mix of indignation and worry. āIf you're not eating it, then don'tāā āI'm kidding. I'm kidding,ā I said, holding up my hands in mock surrender. āIt's actually superb.ā Her expression changed again, from shock to tentative relief, a small, unsure smile forming on her lips. āYou really think so?ā she asked, still searching my face for sincerity. I nodded, reached out to take
Jonahās pov Since Danika left with Mila, my eyes were practically glued to the entrance door, and every time it opened, my expectations were dashed all over again. And then when she finally came back, I shouldāve felt happy ā relieved that she had returned ā but I couldnāt. Iām not trying to tag her as insensitive, but⦠I thought since I was injured and admitted to the hospital, sheād be inclined to spend the whole day with me, clinging to me, not going anywhere. But what did she do? She just zoomed off the moment Mila asked her to go for a run. She seemed more excited to be with Mila than to stay by my side. She didnāt want to break her promise to her ā fine ā but what about me? She didnāt even care if I ate or drank water. No lunch, no dinner. My feelings didnāt matter. Maybe I didnāt even matter to her. Even when she spoke to me, her replies were short and careful ā like she was afraid to upset me. I was a
Danika's pov Jonah had been so happy when he woke up; the plan to spend the whole day with him had added to that happiness. But now that happiness had been replaced by a certain worry ā and an ache that someone might leave him. It wasn't like I had intended to hurt Jonah. Mila had asked to see my wolf, and I had agreed. Now it seemed my actions had upset Jonah. I didn't want to see him hurt, but I had to keep the promise I made to Mila ā and at the same time pacify my big, grumpy mate. I lingered by Jonah's bedside, my hand resting gently on his. "Look, I'll be back soon, okay? Even before you know it," I murmured, searching his eyes for reassurance. Jonah's grip tightened momentarily before he released my hand, his face a mix of frustration and resignation. "Sure," he muttered, looking away. I leaned in and pressed a soft kiss on his forehead. "I promise," I whispered, before stepping out of the room, leaving Jonah t
Jonah's pov Ever since I woke up, Danika's words kept replaying in my mind. As she confessed her feelings, I felt a powerful shift inside me. Her gratitude, her love ā it all hit me hard. Her eyes, bright with unshed tears, held mine with such intensity that I was left breathless. The way she looked at me like I was her anchor made my chest tighten. I couldn't find my voice. Every attempt to speak was thwarted by the overwhelming surge of emotions her confession had stirred. Her words painted a picture of a love so fierce and unwavering that it took my breath away. Each sentence was a silent testament to the battles we had fought together, the moments of doubt and despair we had overcome. For once, I didn't have a witty comeback or a sarcastic remark ā all I could do was hold her closer, hoping she felt the unspoken promise in my embrace. For once, I didn't have anything cle
Danikaās Pov āYou never give up, do you?ā I rolled my eyes at how silly he was right now, despite his condition. āNever. Thatās not the way of a proud Lycan.ā His smirk revealed sharp teeth, his eyes gleaming with a challenge. āIāve done my part, Danika. Donāt go back on your words, so come here.ā The command in his tone made my heart leap. He reclined with effortless grace, exuding an aura of authority, his gaze demanding my obedience. Without hesitation, I obliged, walking toward him and climbing onto the bed. āAnd maybe thatās exactly why Iām with you,ā I said softly, nestling into his arms. āI need you to know something,ā I added quietly. Taking a deep breath, I shuffled to find a comfortable position before facing him. āYouāve been my rockāmy anchor in the storm. When I thought I couldnāt go on, it was your strength that kept me grounded. Your relentless spirit, your u
Danikaās Pov I sat down on Jonahās hospital bed, feeling the full weight of my emotions after the meeting with Drake. I had anticipated it would be difficult, but the reality was far heavier than I had prepared for. Now, alone in the quiet room, waiting for Jonah, a wave of sadness and anger crashed over me ā one emotion colliding into the next. The storm inside me was relentless. These werenāt sweet memories; they were painful. But even so, I told myself I shouldnāt be sad ā not anymore. Drake had already taught me that even when the Moon Goddess herself bound two souls as mates, rejection could still happen. And if he could reject me so easily, why had I ever believed others wouldnāt do the same? Even my father ā the one person I had once thought different ā had betrayed me the moment I turned my back. Of course, a part of me still felt pity for them, for what had befallen them. But it wasnāt my place anymore to pick up those who had once broken me. I was in a new phase of my







