Chapter 22

**Falon POV**

I watched in silence as Beatrice and Alpha Duncan emerged from the forest, their connection palpable. A mix of emotions swirled within me—relief at Beatrice's safety, but also an unexpected pang of jealousy took hold of me, tightening its grip on my heart.

The earthy scent of Alpha Duncan enveloped Beatrice, intertwining with her own unique fragrance. It was as if their very beings had merged during their time away, leaving an indelible mark of their connection. 

A surge of possessiveness washed over me, a possessiveness I had never experienced before. It was a mix of protectiveness and longing, as if a part of me resented the thought of anyone else claiming her attention. The intensity of this feeling startled me, stirring a primal instinct that I hadn't realized lay dormant within me.

The time of their absence had left me with a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. I had ima