Chapter 86

~Alpha Maverick~ “Are you sure you don't need anything?” I asked Jasmine for the umpteenth time. She sighed, shaking her head in disapproval. “No, thank you very much, Mav,” Jasmine said, her eyes tired, but still focused on the articles about the Lycan Virus she was reviewing. Even though exhaustion etched itself onto her features, she remained engrossed in her research on the Lycan Virus. I hated seeing her so drained, but I also understood the burning passion that fueled her dedication. The least I could do was support her. Hours later, Jasmine was nestled in my arms, idly tracing patterns on my stubble. The silence between us was comfortable “Mav…” she sighed, her voice groggy and thick with sleep. “Uhm?” I replied, stroking her hair gently. “Do you think my thesis will be approved? I mean, I’m pretty confident in my reasoning, but at the same time, I feel like… you know? Like it’s impossible…. What if it’s not enough…. What if it….” I smiled, gently tugging her cheek. “Jasmine, yo