The deep worry etched across Voren's face made Seraphine's chest squeeze tight with emotion. She absolutely hated seeing him like this, so vulnerable and on edge.
This was the same powerful Alpha who faced down enemies without flinching and carried the crushing weight of an entire pack on his shoulders every single day, yet right here and now, all she could see was a man terrified of losing the person he loved more than anything.
A soft, reassuring smile curved her lips as she looked at him. "Nothing's wrong," she told him gently, her fingers brushing along the strong line of his jaw while she took in every handsome detail of his face.
"But V, when I chose to walk this path with you, I never thought it was going to be smooth sailing. I knew deep down there would be tough challenges, people who wouldn't approve, and real sacrifices we'd both have to make."
