Declarations of Happiness and a Dangerous Descent

The morning light filtered through my office window as I stared at the sketches spread across my desk. My eyes burned from staring at them for hours, but I was determined to perfect every detail before the upcoming fashion show. This collection would cement my reputation as Storm Crest Pack's premier designer.

"You're going to strain your eyes if you keep staring that intensely," a deep voice remarked from my doorway.

I looked up to see Orion leaning against the frame, his powerful frame relaxed but still emanating authority. A small smile tugged at my lips.

"I didn't hear you come in."

He crossed the room in a few graceful strides. "That's because you've been lost in your little design world for hours. When was the last time you ate?"

I glanced at the clock and winced. "Breakfast... I think?"

Orion shook his head, reaching into his jacket pocket and placing a protein bar on my desk. "Eat. You're no good to the pack if you collapse."