Eliana had been living among his pack for months now, yet Leo still knew nothing about her.
She carried an air of mystery that clung to her like a shadow, shrouding her in secrets and darkness wherever she went. Each passing day made it harder to resist the temptation to uncover whatever it was she was hiding.
From a distance, he often found himself watching her, studying the subtle nuances of her movements, her gestures, her mannerisms.
There was a part of him that wanted to stand before the entire pack and claim her as his mate, forcing her to stop denying what he already knew to be true.
But another part of him held back. He understood that whoever she was hiding from must still be out there, lurking in the shadows. Eliana wouldn't be so guarded, so secretive, if she didn't fear discovery. Leo couldn't risk exposing her and putting her in harm's way. If there were answers to be found, he would have to find them himself.
