Chapter 84

Weeks had passed since Lucy's disappearance, and Alpha Stanley was on the brink of madness. The once vibrant and powerful leader now appeared worn, his eyes haunted with worry and frustration. He paced back and forth in his study, his steps echoing through the quiet room.

Carlos, his trusted beta and confidant, stood by his side, concern etched on his face. "Alpha," Carlos said gently, his voice filled with sympathy, "we will find her. We won't rest until Lucy is back by your side."

Stanley halted his restless movements and looked at Carlos with a mixture of anguish and desperation. "I don't understand," he muttered, his voice laced with a sense of defeat. "Our mate bond should be unbreakable, yet I can't sense her. It's as if she's vanished into thin air."

Carlos placed a hand on Stanley's shoulder, offering solace and support. "The bond may be strong, Alpha, but sometimes unforeseen circumstances can disrupt its connection," he explained. "We must remain steadfast in our search. Luc