Chapter 10

Five years passed

Returning to my hometown evoked conflicting emotions—a sense of familiarity mingled with apprehension, knowing Owen might still be around. My instincts were right; as I disembarked from the plane, I spotted him at the airport entrance, holding a sign with my name that read, "Welcome home, Aleli!"

"How did he learn of our return, and at this precise moment?" my inner wolf questioned silently.

With no alternative route, I warily approached him. However, before he could embrace me, a large figure intercepted him.

"What exactly are you trying to do?" the dark-haired man inquired, eyeing Owen suspiciously.

Before Owen could respond, I encircled my arms around the man and addressed Owen with a gentle smile, stating, "This is my partner and spouse, Prince Liam of the Onyx Isles."

Pleased with my introduction, Liam asked, "Is this the individual you've mentioned to me?"