Natasha's POV

I stand alone in my room, my thoughts swirling with confusion and questions. Last night was supposed to be the night of forced wedding with Lucien , a night filled with anticipation and uncertainty I was preparing myself to fight him off when he comes to fulfil his duties, especially when the council men were so keen about making cubs for their pack But instead of fulfilling the expected role of a supposed husband, Lucien vanished from the house, leaving me bewildered, anxious and scared of the unknown.

As I contemplate his absence, a flicker of movement catches my eye. Through the window, I see the very car that departed in the dead of night slowly making its way back into the compound. My heart skips a beat, curiosity mingling with apprehension as I try to make sense of this unexpected return.

The car comes to a halt right in front of my window, and I catch my breath as Lucien and Adam step out. Their bodies are marred by splatters of crimson, blood staining their clothes and