Reynard felt quite wronged upon hearing those words. The way he behaved wasn’t some act or facade.  

What alpha wouldn’t gather every ounce of kindness and gentleness they possessed to display before the omega they loved more than life itself? That was his true self, albeit a version reserved exclusively for Valentin. It wasn’t deceit or pretense. Now, as a father of three, he’d begun to distribute that gentleness and care to his children as well, but the lion’s share of it still belonged to his beloved mate.

“Cheer up, my love. Should I try explaining in a way …