Samantha felt a surge of relief as they entered the hidden cabin in the shifter's forest, Lily safe and sound. But as her senses took in the presence of the other supernatural beings gathered there, she couldn't help the fluttering sense of nervous anticipation.
This was no longer just a reunion with her dear friend - it was a gathering of powerful forces, each with their own agendas and alliances. Samantha couldn't shake the feeling that they were really on the precipice of something monumental.
As they crossed the threshold, Samantha noticed a familiar figure descend the stairs at the back of the cabin. Lucian, their coven leader, his expression a mask of calm control.
"Welcome," Lucian greeted, his gaze sweeping over the three of them. "I'm glad you could make it."
