Chapter 128

Hazel's POV

I cursed under my breath, my mind racing as I considered the implications of this new development. The only one I knew who may have a large number of corrupted was Phelan. But what the fuck was he doing setting them loose in the forest? Was he dumb or something? Was he trying to ruin me? Keep me in check?

I stood from my desk, my face grim.

These creatures posed a direct threat to my pack's territory, and if left unchecked, they could spell disaster for me.

"Alert the rest of the garrison," I commanded, my tone leaving no room for argument. "We need to prepare for a full-scale assault on these creatures before they have a chance to spread further. I want every able bodied men at the forest pronto."

"Shall we call a Hunt, Alpha?" The man asked apprehensively.

"Not a Hunt," I snapped. "I want soldiers and soldiers only."

The soldier nodded, his expression grim as he turned to leave the room. Whoever was behind this, I still needed to do something quickly.

"Also," I called,