Chapter 183: Acceptance…?

LIANA

The meeting hall was grand and imposing, its high ceilings and ornate decorations designed to instill a sense of reverence and authority.

As Zaylen led me inside, I couldn't help but feel a flutter of nerves.

I had been in this room before, but this time was different. This time, I was here to be scrutinized as Zaylen's mate, as the potential Luna of the pack.

The elders were already assembled, their expressions ranging from curiosity to skepticism. I recognized Marcus and Sophia among them.

Sophia gave me a warm smile, while Marcus's gaze was hard and unyielding.

"This is Liana," Zaylen announced, his voice strong and proud. "Everyone, I present to you my mate and the future Luna of our pack."

Sophia nodded approvingly. "Welcome, Liana. It's good to see you again."

"Thank you, Sophia," I replied, my voice steady but my heart pounding.

Marcus, however, was less welcoming. "So, this is the human girl who recently discovered her werewolf heritage," he said, his tone dripping wi