Reba’s POV
That wasst night–my tearful confession to Sofia under the stars, my decision to eventually leave everything behind. Now, as evening approached again, I sat alone on the private terrace of my suite, watching the sunset paint the mountains with hues of amber and purple. Theke below stretched like a mirror, reflecting the dying light of
day.
Twenty–four hours had passed since I’d dered my intention to walk away from the Silver Moon Shadow Pack, from Dominic, once I’d fulfilled my obligations. The words had felt so firm, so final when they left <b>my </b>lips. Yet here I was, still <b>aching</b>, still wondering if I was making the right choice.
Sofia had tried to engage me throughout the day, suggesting activities and excursions, but my heart wasn’t in it. Eventually, she’d given up and gone to explore the resort on her own.
I traced my fingers along the wooden railing, wondering if this was truly the beginning of the end. Had I be too much trouble? Was he tired of constantly having to rescue me? Or maybe he’d simply grown bored with me, his initial fascination wearing off like morning dew under the harsh sun of reality.
A soft knock interrupted my spiraling thoughts. The door opened<b>, </b>and Sofia poked her head out.
“Want to check out the hot springs area?” she asked, her voice cheerful but careful, as if she was walking on eggshells around me. “Raymond says you can <b>see </b>the stars from there. It’s supposed to be incredible.”
I forced a smile, though I knew it didn’t reach my eyes. “You go ahead, I think I want to be alone for <b>a </b>while.”
Sofia hesitated, concern evident in her dark eyes. “<b>Are </b>you sure? It might help take your mind off things.”
“I’m sure. Have fun.”
After a moment, she nodded, “Okay. Text me if you change
ur mind.” <b>your </b>
Once <b>she </b>left, I turned back to the darkeningndscape. The first stars had begun to appear, twinkling faintly against the deepening blue. I wondered if Dominic was looking at the same sky, if he was thinking of me at all, or if he was relieved to <b>have </b>some space. The thought <b>made </b>my throat tighten with unshed tears.
As <b>darkness </b>settled fully over the mountains, the terrace lights automatically dimmed to a soft glow that wouldn’tpete with the starlight. I remained motionless, letting the cool night air wash over my face, listening to the distant sounds of the forest beyond the resort’s manicured grounds.
A rustling from the tree line caught my attention. I tensed, suddenly alert, memories of Dn’s threats shing through my mind. Standing slowly, I peered into <b>the </b>darkness, my heart hammering against my ribs.
The moon emerged from behind a cloud, bathing thendscape in silver light, and that’s when I saw it–a massive wolf at the edge of the forest, its silver–gray coat almost luminescent under the moonbeams. It stood perfectly still,
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watching <b>me </b>with startling blue eyes that seemed to glow in the darkness.
I gasped, taking an involuntary step back. The wolf took another step forward, now fully visible at the forest’s edge, its gaze never leaving mine.
There was something hauntingly familiar about those eyes–their intensity, their intelligence. My skin prickled with awareness, a strange heat spreading through my limbs despite the cool night air. Recognition dawned on me slowly.
“Dom… Dominic?” I whispered, my voice barely audible..
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The wolf dipped its head once in what could only be a nod. My legs weakened, and I gripped the railing for support. Before I could say anything else<b>, </b>the wolf turned and disappeared back into the shadows of the forest.
I stood frozen for several seconds, my mind racing to process what I’d just witnessed. Dominic was here. He’de for me. My heart pounded against my ribs, my breathing shallow and quick. Without thinking, I rushed back inside, grabbed a light jacket, and headed out.
The resort paths were well–lit, but they quickly gave way to darker forest trails as I followed in the direction the wolf had gone. The moon provided enough light to see by, Illuminating a <b>narrow </b>path that wound between the pines.
My pulse quickened with each step. The night air felt charged against my skin as I moved deeper into the forest. I had never followed a werewolf into the darkness before–it should have terrified me, yet I felt drawn forward by something beyond rational thought. My body knew what my mind didn’t fullyprehend yet.
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