53

SHADOW

I couldn’t believe he found me, and here he was, standing before me. Now, I was afraid he could hear my racing heartbeat. I knew my charade of a heartless and emotionally distant wife would soon blow in my face.

I missed him so much that it drove me crazy for the last few weeks I was away from him. He had no idea I craved him, and every bone in my body ached. But he didn’t have to know that.

Califf Stone, the powerful Alpha of the Night Stalker Pack, was better without me. The sooner he accepted that, the better. I knew it would hurt him and his wolf, but it would kill him if someone successfully killed me the second time they tried.

Zack made Sitka Venison with Chimichurri roasted potatoes and complemented it with beer. Damn, I had to remind myself that I needed regular exercise. Though my appetite hadn’t changed and I hadn’t gained weight due to my intense training, I had to watch what I put in my mouth.

“I hadn’t had venison in a while, but this is delicious, Zack.” Zarah pr