Addison immediately pouted at her father's teasing remark, shooting him a sharp glare. It felt so natural—like a familiar dance they'd shared countless times before. Her father often teased her this way, and seeing her reaction brought a nostalgic smile to both the Alpha King and Queen.
At that moment, they are reminded of the peaceful life they once had before Addison's disappearance years ago. A bittersweet mix of happiness and sadness washed over them, a tender ache beneath the joy of her return.