Macro’s POV The question hung in the air, and for a moment, the weight of it threatened to suffocate me. Michael's betrayal was a wound that still bled fresh, a painful reminder of the fragility of trust. I took a deep breath, steadying myself before addressing the crowd. "Yes, it is true," I replied, my voice firm yet tinged with sadness. "Michael has chosen a different path, one that aligns with our enemies. But let me assure you, we will uncover the truth behind his actions. We will get to the bottom of it." A ripple of unease passed through the pack, their gazes filled with concern. It was understandable. Michael had been a trusted friend, a loyal member of our pack. His betrayal had shaken us all to the core. But now was not the time for panic or doubt. We needed to remain focused, united in our pursuit of justice. "Our priority right now is to stay strong and unified," I continued, my voice steady. "We cannot let this betrayal divide us. We must trust in the bonds we have for

Marco’s POVThe room fell silent, the weight of my words hanging in the air. Michael's smug grin remained, but he refused to answer. It was as if he reveled in the power his silence held, the power to unnerve me.Gritting my teeth, I motioned to my men, my loyal pack members who stood beside me. We had to leave this place, to ensure that justice was served and our pack could heal. Michael's betrayal had caused deep wounds, and we needed to tend to them before they festered further.As we prepared to move Michael, his defiance remained unwavering. He refused to speak, his eyes locked with mine, as if daring me to break under the weight of his silence. But I would not falter. I had to show strength and resolve, not just for myself but for the entire pack."Enough of this," I declared, my voice commanding. "We will take him back to the pack. It's time to face the consequences of your actions, Michael."My men sprang into action, securing Michael and preparing him for transport. I could f

Scarlett’s POV My husband, Marco, lay on the ground, blood seeping from his wounds. A surge of anguish swept through me, threatening to engulf my entire being. I rushed to his side, dropping to my knees beside him. "Marco!" I cried, my voice trembling with desperation. "What happened? Who did this to you?" His eyes fluttered open, his gaze meeting mine. Pain etched across his face, but there was a flicker of relief in his eyes as he saw me by his side. "Scarlett," he whispered, his voice strained. "It was Michael... and Swiftclaw. They turned against us." My hands shook as I reached out to touch his battered face, tears streaming down my cheeks. "We have to get you help," I pleaded, my voice filled with urgency. Marco weakly nodded, his voice barely above a whisper. "Yes, but we must be careful. They won't let us seek help easily. They're still out there, Scarlett, and they won't rest until they've destroyed everything we built." Determination surged within me as I realized the

Marco’s POVAs we held each other tightly, seeking solace in our embrace, a soft knock interrupted our intimate moment. I reluctantly pulled away from Scarlett, wiping away the last traces of tears from my cheeks. With a nod, I gave the guard permission to enter.The guard stepped into the room, his eyes filled with determination. "Alpha Marco, Beta Scarlett," he greeted respectfully. "I bring urgent news. Our scouts have uncovered several leads that could potentially lead us to the hidden base of Swift Claw."A surge of anticipation coursed through my veins, replacing the heaviness in my heart. "Tell me everything," I commanded, my voice steady, the weight of responsibility settling upon my shoulders once again.The guard proceeded to outline the findings, detailing the possible locations and the level of risk involved in each potential lead. Scarlett stood by my side, her unwavering support tangible in the room, as we absorbed the information."These leads are promising, Marco," she

Marco’s POVAs the healers tended to Scarlett, I felt a mixture of relief and concern wash over me. Seeing her awake and aware brought a sense of joy, but the worry lingered in my heart. I couldn't help but wonder what had caused her to faint, and the lingering questions gnawed at me.When a guard entered the room and caught my attention, I excused myself from Scarlett's side, promising her I would return soon. Curiosity burned within me as I followed the guard, his expression grave and serious.We walked briskly through the corridors, our steps purposeful and urgent. As we reached a more secluded area, away from prying eyes and ears, the guard leaned closer, his voice barely above a whisper."Alpha, our suspicions were true," he revealed, his voice filled with a mix of trepidation and determination. "We have discovered Swiftclaw's army hideout, and they're amassing a massive force. It surpasses even the numbers we faced when you brought Michael back."A surge of adrenaline coursed th