Darius' eyes widened slightly at her words.He rested his head against his knuckles, elbow propped on his knee. The softness in her voice lingered in his chest longer than he cared to admit. A small, reluctant smile curved his lips.
It was a problem he recognised as his own as well, and he was prepared to take responsibility for it. He pinched the bridge of his nose, this was a test for him just as much as it was for her.
Darius prided himself in the leadership of Ironshade. It was gruelling and difficult, but he had pulled through countless times. He had steered Ironshade through trial after trial- political unrest, and rogue attacks.Yet this was different.
Accepting Serena temporarily into the pack had jeopardised the delicate balance they had finally found themselves in.
