Chapter 141

Cecilia As if sensing my thoughts, Alpha Sebastian turned to look at me. Our eyes locked, and a jolt of electricity shot through my body, making me forget to look away. My skin tingled where his gaze touched, and something primal stirred inside me. He smiled knowingly, as if reading my thoughts. His hand reached over and gently patted the back of my head—the way someone might comfort a lost wolf cub. Though he said nothing, warmth flooded through me, creating a sense of safety I hadn't felt in years. I turned my attention back to the conversation. Willow was looking at us with a mixture of grief and something like acceptance. "A male wolf will always protect his mate," she said softly. "My Mason... he never regretted it, I know that much." No one spoke. The question of regret was too complex—none of us had the answer. "Let me finish the story," Zaire said, taking over for his sister. "Mason's last phone call was from Nicole. After Nicole was taken away by Cici, she was found with her f