5. New Family

The late afternoon sun streamed through the windows of the pack house as Gideon led Avla down a long hallway filled with portraits of previous Alpha leaders. She couldn't help but feel a pang of curiosity mixed with nervous excitement.

"You'll be staying here," Gideon announced, gesturing to a wooden door adorned with intricate carvings. His voice was gentle, but she sensed an underlying tension in his manner.

Avla's eyes widened as Gideon opened the door, revealing a spacious room furnished with a large, plush bed, a writing desk, and a cozy seating area. The walls were painted a soothing shade of blue, and a large window looked out over the sprawling grounds of the pack's property.

"It's beautiful," she breathed, taking in the warm, inviting space.

She moved past him, her body brushing against his as she explored the room. He inhaled sharply, feeling a surge of desire that was almost painful in its intensity.

"I hope you'll be comfortable here," Gideon said, his eyes