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Lucian was pushed over the edge. His wolf growled.Another heavy blow landed on Kaleb's jaw. Blood smeared across Lucian's knuckles, but he didn't feel a thing.His wolf was clawing at the surface, fangs baring in a silent snarl of lethal intent."Nadia! Wake up! They're killing each other!" Cora's frantic shouting shattered Nadia's sleep.Nadia stumbled out of her office, her mind still foggy, only to see Lucian pinning Kaleb against the wall by his collar.The air was thick with the scent of a dominant Alpha ready to kill."Lucian, stop it!" Nadia screamed, throwing herself between them.She shoved Lucian back with all her strength and knelt to help Kaleb up. "Kaleb, are you OK?""I'm fine," Kaleb wheezed, wiping blood from his mouth.Nadia whirled on Lucian, her eyes blazing. "What is wrong with you?""What's wrong with me?" Lucian's voice was a low, dangerous vibration. "Why don't you ask him what he was tryin

"No, Lucian. I shouldn't have asked you to pick me up that night. I know you'd never let anyone hurt me... It's all my fault," Abbie whispered, her eyes wide and pleading."It's over. Drop it," Lucian said, his voice flat.Abbie nodded, a fragile smile playing on her lips. "Don't be mad, OK? I promise it won't happen again." She paused, meeting his gaze. "You asked what I remembered about that night, right?""Go on.""I remember a tattoo on the man's arm. A wolf's head."Lucian stared at her, his eyes unreadable. The silence stretched until the air felt thin."You don't believe me?""I'm just trying to remember if I knew anyone like that," he said, finally looking away. "Abbie, the trauma might be blocking the rest. I'm setting up an appointment with a specialist. A psychologist can help you unlock the rest of that night."Abbie's expression stiffened for a fraction of a second. "OK. Whatever you think is best.""Lucian,

Leo gave a light smirk. "This is Nadia, my best friend. She's building her career here in the Silverstone Pack.""Your best friend?" Lucian repeated, his voice dropping into a dangerous, low rumble.Abbie's face drained of color as she cut a sharp look at Nadia.Nadia played it cool, acting like she and the Alpha were total strangers.She flashed a polite, empty smile. "Alpha Lucian, it's a pleasure.""The pleasure is mine," he replied, his gaze lingering on her.Dinner was a tense affair.Abbie clung to Lucian's arm, playing the doting partner while trying to charm Leo."It's an honor to meet you. We're practically in the same circle, you know?"Leo gave a polite nod but said nothing."Lucian invited you here for me. Well, I'm looking for a new hit," Abbie pushed, desperate for an opening. "I know you seldom write songs now, but just one song would be enough."Leo waited for her to finish before turning to Lucian."Is this what you wanted, Alpha?""I'm just making the introduction,"

"I haven't got the chance to bring it up." Nadia breathed, her back pressed against the cold marble vanity."Haven't got the chance, or you don't want to?" Lucian countered, his towering frame casting a shadow over her.Nadia met his gaze, trying to keep her voice steady. "He said I don't have a boyfriend, and I don't. Right?""...""You're my mate, Lucian. Not my boyfriend. Isn't it?"Lucian went silent, his jaw tightening.The air in the small room grew thick with the heavy, musky scent of a provoked Alpha."You never intended to tell him," he growled, his eyes flashing with a predatory intensity that made Nadia flinch. "Answer me. What are you thinking?""It's just not the right time, OK?" she whispered, looking down."Why? It's simple. You're just choosing not to say it.""If that's what you believe, why even ask?""So, I'm right, huh?" he hissed."If that's what you want to hear..."Befor

Lucian didn't push for answers. He figured the old man was just in a good mood and wanted to throw a few compliments his way, so he let it go.By 7:00 PM, Lucian arrived at Reid's villa.Before he stepped inside, the sound of laughter drifted through the air. As he crossed the foyer, the first one he saw was Nadia. Her face lit up with a genuine smile—the kind he rarely saw lately."As long as you and Lucian are doing well, I'm happy," Reid was saying, his eyes crinkling. "I think things are finally getting better."Devin nodded in agreement while Carlie worked in the kitchen, a rare treat."Lucian? Why are you just standing there?" Reid waved him over.As Lucian joined them, Reid poured him a cup of coffee. Lucian glanced at Nadia, then looked at his grandfather."Grandpa, I think Nadia's upset that I went public with the marriage. She won't even look me in the eye."Nadia stared at him, stunned. This side of Lucian was