Chapter 406
Instead, Maxwell had called to say he was busy with pack business and wouldn't be coming home. | had broken
down in tears at yet another broken promise.
Lily had comforted me, blowing on my hand and saying it would make it feel better. This was a way for us to
express our care for each other.
Now | was using it on Lucas, this simple gesture of comfort and healing. My wolf recognized the intimacy of the
action.
"Alpha Blackwood, I'm sorry, | didn't mean to," the flustered healer asked. "Did | hurt you?"
Her wolf cowered slightly at having caused pain to such a powerful Alpha. The scent of her fear filled the small
treatment room.
"It's okay, it's not your fault," Lucas replied, his gray eyes fixed on my face. His heart filled with warmth at my
display of concern.
He felt a mixture of pain and happiness. His wolf practically purred at my gentle touch and caring attention.
Lucas's intense gaze was impossible forto ignore. His wolf's attention was focused entirely on me, making
my skin warm under his scrutiny.
Realizing what | had done, | quickly stood up straight. | felt embarrassed by the intimate gesture | had just
performed.
"Olivia, why are you out of bed?" Lucas asked, his eyes filled with tenderness. "Are you feeling unwell?"
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHis Alpha instincts were checking for any signs of distress. The concern in his voice made my wolf settle slightly.
"I'm fine," | replied, shaking my head. My wolf relaxed under his concerned attention.
| then looked at his arm, asking with genuine worry, "Is the injury serious? Will it affect your arm?"
| knew that severe burns, especially those contaminated with silver, could sometimes lead to amputation even
for werewolves. The thought terrified me.
"As long as it heals properly and doesn't get infected, it shouldn't affect his arm," Healer Mitchell replied. She
continued to treat the wound with specialized werewolf healing salve.
| breathed a sigh of relief. My wolf relaxed at the positive prognosis.
Healer Sarah Mitchell finished dressing the wound and left us alone. The treatment room suddenly felt much
smaller with just the two of us.
| helped Lucas put on his
Moonstone-Infused Recovery
Garments. My movements wel net
gentle and careful, my wolf naturally tending to his needs.
Lucas's eyes grew even more tender as he watched me. His wolf responded to my nurturing behavior with
obvious pleasure.
He couldn't control himself and gently grasped my hand. He looked deeply into
my emerald eyes with an intensity that made my breath catch.
With a hint of anticipation, he asked, "Olivia, are you starting to care for me?"
He had seen something new in my eyes. A hint of genuine affection that his wolf recognized and craved.
| hesitated for a moment, then met his gray gaze. | nodded slightly, my wolf acknowledging the growing bond
between us.
"Olivia!" Lucas exclaimed, pullinginto a careful embrace. He was mindful of both our injuries as he held me
close.
| didn't resist. Instead, | wrapped my arms around his waist, leaning against him.
My wolf found comfort in his strength. | couldn't help but be moved by his selfless act of saving my mother and
me.
This Alpha had risked his life for us without hesitation. He had proven his worth through actions, not empty
words.
(Ethan's POV)
Unbeknownst to the embracing pair,
I sat in a wheelchair outside the
treatment room. | was witnessing the scene through the
door.
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At the moment of Olivia's nod, my heart plummeted. My wolf howled in anguish
within me, the sound echoing through my consciousness.
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