Ivy whispered, nudging Wisteria’s shoulder. “Daylight shines over the land. In six more days you’ll be united with Sledge. Don’t sleep the time away, sister.” Wisteria’s eyes popped open. She glanced at her surroundings, capturing the familiar details of the cave. She hadn’t moved nor did the damp ground keep her awake half the night as usual. Had her thoughts and dreams of Vulcan bathed her in comfort and chased away the cold? “I’ve slept that long?” “Yes. You didn’t eat last night so you’d better eat this morning. I boiled the grains because Momma is worrying herself sick. Boar didn’t come home last night.” “He didn’t?” Where could he have gone? He wandered off all the time but he’d never stayed away all night. “No, and no one is searching for him either. Dahlia went missing during the night. Her father Wolf thinks they’re together.” Boar admired Dahlia from a distance but he’d never approached her, offering a unity. Had he finally decided to take her as his mate?
