Aurora held my hands and pulled me into an empty room close by. She stared at me, fear clouding her eyes. âWhat do you think heâll do to Warrick?â
I gritted my teeth, clenching my fists. âAnything he deserves for doing this to my sister. I thought he loved Piper. Iâve been so consumed with pack duties that I forgot to look after my baby sister.â
I slammed my fist into the wall, groaning in frustration. âAurora⦠Piper is going to be devastated when she sees this⦠sheâ¦â My voice trailed off as Aurora placed a comforting hand on my back and began to rub it gently.
âCalm down, Dane⦠please,â she pleaded. âI need you to keep a cool head right now.â
I pressed my eyes shut, trying to rein in the storm of anger coursing through me. My chest heaved as I shook my head, biting my bottom lip.
Leaning against the wall, I let out a deep breath. âI canât help it, babe. I hate cheaters.â
Aurora stepped closer, cupping my face with both hands. âClose your eyes, Danc. Let me help you calm down.â
Reluctantly, I shut my eyes, ready to tell her it wasnât working,
âWait, Dad,â she interrupted. âLet me tell you everything that happened.â
I nodded, leaning back in my chair.
âThis morning. Tristan was fine. Mum came to our room wearing her exercise suit. We knew she was heading out for a run, so we begged her to let us join.â
I lowered my head, grinding my teeth in regret. I hadnât even given Aurora a chance to explain.
âMum took us far away from the trainers to make sure we were safe. She let Tristan grab a wooden sword and showed us a few easy moves. She wasnât even trying to train us.â
I nodded, letting her continue.
âTristan loves being active, just like you. He started jumping around when Mum wasnât looking, and thatâs when he fell.â
I sighed, running a hand over my face. âSo, in a way⦠it was my fault he fell.â
âN. Dad. It was nobodyâs fault. I just wanted you to know that Man is our best doctor. Whenever she treats us, she adds so much love and care that we heal faster. Thatâs why she wanted. to treat Tristanâs wounds herself.â
I licked my lips, feeling ashamed. âIâm sorry, Sera.â
She smiled, shaking her head. âThat belongs to Mum. You should say that to her instead. She was really hurt this morning -I could see it in her eyes.â