Ties that bind

Dion

I awoke as usual; the days passing with an uncanny routine after Kiana's disappearance. I continued with the routines that defined my existence, preserving the picture-perfect Alpha persona.

Reports came in, business partners were met, and worried directors were given advice from experts. In the afternoons, I was always on time for meetings, and I was happy with how they turned out, which was up to my high standards. Even the extra worry of border disputes didn't interest me much; I just watched what was going on without feeling like I had to get involved. It all seemed pointless and unimportant.

When I returned, Gary, my butler, offered apologies and bowed deeply, sensing the disappointment in my gaze.

He had found no leads about Kiana's disappearance. I reiterated my command to find them, uninterested in hearing excuses.

"But, my Alpha-" he began, but I cut him off, dismissing his failure. "It's simply impossible for anyone to disappear without a single trace."

I closed my ey