Chapter 72

Victoria "I forgive you, Lilith," I said finally. "But I can't forgive Enzo. Not yet. Maybe not ever." She nodded, understanding in her eyes. "That's fair. More than fair, actually." "But we can be friends again," I offered, extending an olive branch. "I could use a friend right now." Lilith's smile was genuine. "I'd like that very much." When we returned to the pack house, an unexpected sight greeted us. A convoy of vehicles bearing the Shadow Pack emblem was parked in the circular drive, and familiar figures were unloading supplies. "Rosa?" I called, spotting the motherly figure directing a group of female wolves. Rosa turned, her face lighting up at the sight of me. "Victoria! Or should I call you Alpha now?" I hurried over, embracing her warmly. "Just Victoria to you, always." She held me at arm's length, her eyes scrutinizing me in that maternal way that always made me feel like she could see straight into my soul. "You look tired, child. Are you eating enough? Sleeping?" I laughe