Chapter 74

Liam’s eyes slowly opened, and a smile tugged at the corners of his lips as he beheld the sight of Nicole sleeping peacefully beside him.

The morning light danced upon her features, casting a soft glow that seemed to radiate from within her. He couldn’t help but marvel at the beauty that lay beside him. He felt like the luckiest wolf in the universe.

Regret wanted to seep in, regret for ignoring her and mistreating her when she had already been through too much. But his wolf stirred within him, a low rumble of contentment resonating through his being.

It recognized its mate lying beside him and reveled in the fulfillment that came with being in her presence. Liam’s hand gently reached out to brush a stray lock of hair away from Nicole’s face, his touch feather light so as not to disturb her slumber.

Nicole stirred, her eyes fluttering open as she gradually became aware of Liam’s watchful gaze upon her. A warm smile graced her lips as she looked back at him, h