After being discharged, Roderick didn't go back to Luna Palace or the family estate; he silently followed Catriona back to her home.
With Cedric back at school, Catriona began focusing on her work as well.
That night after returning from the hospital, Roderick bathed the little one while Catriona changed the bed sheets and tossed them into the washing machine.
The home that had been quiet for months was lively once more.
But this time, there was an added large werewolf.
After bathing the little cub, Roderick led him to the bedroom and stood at the door. "Alright, it's time for you to sleep."
Cedric hugged a bunny toy, his little brows furrowing. "Mommy will come to talk to me."
Roderick replied, "You need to get used to it; I'll be here from now on."
Cedric looked at him, "Aren't you going to sleep? You're in the same room as me, Daddy."
Roderick glanced outside, his tone serious. "I have something to discuss with your mom."
Cedric pursed his little lips, climbed into bed, and placed the bunny next to his pillow.
"Is my little one ready for bed?" Catriona walked over, and in the soft glow of the light, her little one sat on the big bed, looking both adorable and a little pitiful. Since they started sleeping in separate beds, it wasn't just the cub who wasn't used to it; Catriona herself felt a little out of place.
"Mommy."
Catriona responded and walked in to tuck him in, leaning down to kiss his forehead. "You have school tomorrow, so sleep tight. Goodnight."
Cedric rubbed his eyes and murmured, "Mm."
"Goodnight, Mommy."
Roderick leaned against the door and asked, "What about me?"
Cedric paused for a second before saying, "Goodnight, Daddy."
Roderick finally smiled. "Goodnight, little cub."
Catriona glanced at him. "And you? You just got out of the hospital; you should sleep too."
Roderick stiffened, glancing at the empty space beside the little cub. He coughed lightly and took a step back. "I'm not tired yet."
With that, he turned and walked toward the living room.
After chatting with her son for a while longer, Catriona left the room and closed the door.
She glanced toward the balcony, hesitated, and walked over.
Before she could step further in, a long arm reached out to pull her into an embrace. Roderick lowered his gaze, inhaling deeply at her neck, letting out a satisfied sigh.
"Caddy..."
"What's wrong?" Catriona didn't pull away; she allowed him to hold her but felt a bit awkward.
"I love you," Roderick murmured, tightening his embrace.
"Oh..."
"And you? Caddy, do you like me?" Roderick asked softly, holding his breath, his nerves taut.
Catriona looked at the twinkling lights of the street and replied, "If I didn't like you, why would I be with you?"
"Good," Roderick's eyes curved slightly.
Indeed, she had so many suitors, yet she uniquely agreed to be with him—what else could it be but love?
He just felt that this happiness was a bit surreal and wanted to confirm it again and again.
How fortunate were werewolves to find mates they mutually loved.
"Alright, let's go to bed early," Catriona said, clearing her throat gently.
Roderick squinted slightly, glancing at the doorway to Catriona's room. Then he suddenly said, "That day in the ruins, I was drifting in and out of consciousness, and I think I heard you say... my pure black fur is beautiful?"
Catriona paused.
"Caddy, do you want to touch it?"
Catriona felt her face flush with embarrassment, stammering, "Well... that was just..."
In the next moment, she was swept up in his arms. Their son had just fallen asleep, and Catriona whispered, "Roderick!"
In the blink of an eye, they were in her room, and Roderick shut the door.
"From now on, you can touch it as long as you want."
Roderick said this and tossed his coat over Catriona's head, briefly obscuring her view, and she heard the sound of bones cracking.
"You... you won't..."
Sure enough, Roderick transformed into his pure wolf form.
The pure black giant wolf made the room feel a bit cramped. Catriona sat on the bed, pushing her hair aside, and looked up at the giant wolf.
The giant wolf lowered its head and licked her face.
Catriona stood up, and the giant wolf curled its tail around her, gently nudging her body with its head. Her hand sank into the warm, soft fur, and the sensation was utterly delightful.
She was dazed, somewhat entranced.
Her hand explored the giant wolf, starting out gently, then growing bolder as she touched however she pleased.
Her eyes were filled with wonder.
The giant, fluffy creature was right in front of her; if it were a stuffed toy, she would want to hug it tightly without a second thought and even climb on top.
