Eventually, Kade turned off the water, dried himself, and changed into clean, comfortable clothes before returning to the bedroom. He had no intention of immediately involving himself in another matter.
The Shadow Guards had clear orders, Alpha Kael was overseeing the search, and the evidence recovered from the shrine would be transported to Nightshade for further examination. For the moment, there was nothing he needed to do personally, and he was willing to leave the investigation in capable hands while he remained with his family.
When he stepped back into the bedroom, his attention immediately returned to the bed.
Dakota and Takoda were still asleep in exactly the same peaceful position, although Takoda had shifted slightly and was now curled more comfortably against her mother.
