chapter 31

~ Elijah's POV~

The baking festival was happening just as planned, and Elijah wished with all his heart that everything would go smoothly and peacefully. Many more members of the pack were present and actively participating in the exciting event.

Suddenly, he heard the sweet sound of his mother's laughter and eagerly turned his head to acknowledge her. As she stood there, wearing her apron, she returned his friendly wave, radiating a warm smile that melted his worries away.

Ophelia, his mother, was the kind of person who wouldn't miss a baking show for anything in the world, and Elijah couldn't help but feel grateful that she was at the festival and had come out to support them.

Ever since Alister had left for the council meeting, it felt as if the whole pack had fallen into a state of panic and confined themselves indoors. Elijah secretly hoped that more pack members would overcome their fears and join in the fest.

Just as he was lost in his thoughts, a familiar voice called out to