The Secret Route Under Rock
Alpha's head bowed once more, the darkness of his hood concealing all but the unyielding lean of duty. "Immediately, my lady."
Later, glancing in Leon's direction, the burden of his hidden stare fell like a wordless sword.
Leon blinked in surprise and delight before a slow smile crept onto his lips. "So you'd been keeping this up your sleeve the whole time, eh?" His tone held no resentment, merely curiosity. Standing up from the bed, he was taller than she remembered, broad shoulders squaring as he stood. His golden eyes softened as they rested on Nova, picking up the warmth of her smile. "Thank you, love. I'll be back soon.
She smiled faintly, though the fire in her eyes held firm. "You'd better."
