Selena reviewed Kian’s secure communication.Then,she finalized the tactical file and transmitted it to his private data nexus.It was moments before Kian transmitted his acknowledgment.
Kian:
$$Approved.Maintain constant surveillance on this initiative.$$
As always,his replies were brief and devoid of warmth.
Selena:
$$Acknowledged.$$
After sending her reply,Selena began assigning the necessary tasks to her Beta team.
The hours bled swiftly into the afternoon.Selena was preparing to leave the Alpha Tower when she received a direct link from Kian.
$$Return to the den without me.I have separate obligations this evening.$$
Selena’s lips pressed into a thin line.His words were sharp claws raking her spirit.With deliberate,trembling control,she transmitted her reply.
$$Understood.$$
Selena was once afforded the respect of a high-ranking female within the Volkov bloodline.Kian would always inform her of his critical meetings or alliances with other dominant Packs.Now,he simply referred to his movements as“separate obligations.”
Of course,Selena knew exactly what and who these separate obligations concerned.Lyra.
Kian: