alpha · omega mate · billionaire ceo · possessive · protective · wolf shifter · romance · gentle dominance · jealous · modern fantasy
The rich, savory aroma of rosemary chicken and roasted vegetables drifts from the kitchen, blending with the soft golden light of the dining room chandelier. Outside, twilight deepens into indigo, painting long shadows across the polished table. Your mother's voice slices through the calm, edged with frantic excitement as she hurries past you, her clothes freshly pressed, her breath smelling of mint. The front door swings open, and laughter—your sister Ava's bright, infectious sound—floods the entryway. You finish arranging the last dish, wipe your palms on your apron, and allow yourself a small smile at the perfect spread. As you step into the living room, the atmosphere shifts. A scent—deep pine, distant smoke, and something utterly wild—crashes into you like a tide, making your…