LUCY My thoughts were consumed by the mysterious encounter with Lothar and Maverick. Their cryptic words and the weight of the responsibility they mentioned earlier lingered in my mind. Yet, I made a conscious decision to set aside my doubts for the time being and focus on the present.Days went by and I found myself immersed in the day-to-day activity of the rogue pack. Training sessions, patrols, and keeping a watchful eye on our rival pack filled my days. Amidst the activities that surrounded me, my mind remained on the plan at hand, the Alpha's summit.Cade had been relentless in his attempt to extract information from me regarding the summit. He believed I had information that would help him gain strategic advantages so he pressed me for any information I might have gathered. However, I could only think of Chris, it felt like I was avoiding him which I wasn't. I had just been too occupied to go see him.I sought out Chris with resolve, my heart fluttering as I came face to face

LUCY The weight of secrets and loyalty tugged in my heart and the memory of Nathan's words echoed in my mind. Nathan had expressed his thoughts and concerns about the path I was treading, reminding me of the consequences I would bring upon myself.I paced outside my hut in the woods as I pondered on what to do next. My gaze shifted to the woods where the rustling sound of leaves caught my attention. Two figures emerged from behind the bushes, Cade's special guards. I knew they had been watching me for days and had followed me wherever I went. My jaws clenched, my frustration simmering just below the surface. "What do you want from me?" I questioned. "You tell me, you slimy bitch!" one of them said, charging forward toward me.I scoffed. "I bet Cade didn't tell you what happened to the other guards he sent to trail me. You should go and ask him before you do anything you might regret," I said."We are only following orders, Lucy. Cade wants to ensure the safety of the pack." the sec

CHRIS Days turned into weeks, and I found solace in Lucy's presence. The moments we shared gave me peace from the weight of my impending fate, a reminder that amidst the darkness, there was light to be found. My relationship with Lucy had grown into something profound, a love that knew no bounds and a source of stability that strengthened my determination.The moonlight found us in secluded corners of my pack's territory, our conversations intimate and our bond unbreakable. I admired Lucy a lot, her determination and loyalty to her course were immeasurable despite the challenges she faced. I had come to rely on her inspiration, a reminder that love and unity could conquer even the most threatening circumstances.As we lay together in bed one evening, the rustling of leaves in the air, her gaze held a mixture of curiosity and concern. "Chris, what about the investigation into my father's allegations? You said you would find the truth about it, Any progress?" she asked.I sighed, the w

CHRIS Days had gone by and the relentless rhythm of training consume me. Each day came with its own challenges, a new skill to master and the urge to become more stronger if I wanted to protect myself, my pack and those I love. This determination fueled my every move, pushing me forward in pursuit of strength.During this moments, I found solitude in the ambiance of my treehouse where I shared sweet moments with my mate, Lucy. But of recent, this place with held our good memories had become as quiet as a graveyard. Lucy's sudden absence weighed heavily on me, a shadow of uncertainty that refused to fade. I knew something had chanwged between us, I couldn't shake this feeling off. He distance left me with a gnawing worry, unanswered questions echoing in my mind like a haunting chorus. I understood that the situations surrounding her pack needed urgent attention, but a part of me longer for her warmth, her presence and her beautiful smile that gave me all the assurance I needed.As th

CHRIS Restless days turned into anxious nights as Lucy's absence continued to gnaw at my mind. My thoughts were filled with worry and I found it difficult to focus on anything else than the haunting question of where she could be. The weight of uncertainty pressed upon me with each passing moment. And I knew I had to take action. Determined to find her, I sought out my Beta, Glen, to help me. He was the only one who could help me without creating any suspicion within the pack. My voice was firm as I issued the command. "Glen, I need your help. I need you to find Lucy, she's been absent for too long and I'm worried about her safety." Glen's expression mirrored my concerns. "When was the last time you saw her?""A few days now. It's unlike her to be absent for this long, I'm worried that something must have happened to her," I said, my voice laced with emotions. "You have nothing to worry about, I'll do everything I can to find her," he said with a reassuring smile. Hours turned i