Ruby's POV I sighed as I entered my room, the weight of the night heavy on my shoulders. Teresa's presence in the pack was a dangerous thing, and despite Gonzalo's and my efforts to bring her in, doubts lingered in the back of my mind. The room felt suffocating, and I made my way to the bed, slumping onto it. The events of the night replayed in my mind, and I couldn't shake the feeling that chaos was unraveling faster than I could comprehend.Teresa's hatred towards me was evident, and the unsettling thought that Gonzalo might still have some kind of feelings for her nagged at me. It was clear Teresa desired Gonzalo back, and her disapproval of his participation in the competition only added fuel to the already complicated situation. I ran my hands through my hair, frustration and uncertainty weaving through my thoughts."Fuck, fuck, fuck," I muttered, my mind spinning with the tangled web of emotions and revelations. Th

  Teresa  Teresa remained hidden in the shadows of the woods, her mind in turmoil after witnessing the confrontation between Gonzalo and Ralph. The revelation about her true bloodline, combined with the newfound complexities in her relationships, left her dealing with a mix of emotions.Lost in her thoughts, Teresa didn't hear the approaching footsteps until a hand touched her shoulder. A short wave of electricity surged through her body, and she jumped, turning to see her father, Drako, standing there with an amused glint in his eyes."Father, you startled me," Teresa exclaimed, her heart still pounding.Drako chuckled, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. "Well, I've always been good at sneaking up on people. Comes with the territory, you know?"Teresa raised an eyebrow, a reluctant smirk forming on her face. "I suppose it does."They stood there for a moment, a strange camaraderie s

  Teresa  Teresa walked through the moonlit woods, her tear-stained eyes reflected the turmoil within. The weight of the revelations pressed down on her, and the night seemed to echo her internal chaos. She wandered through the shadows, unaware that her presence had been noticed.A sudden rustle in the underbrush alerted a guard from Alpha Michael's Pack. He walked out of the shadow , a tall and well-built wolf with sharp eyes that assessed Teresa's presence. His fur, a mix of grays and blacks, blended seamlessly with the night, and the moonlight highlighted the contours of his powerful frame.The guard approached Teresa with caution, his voice firm yet measured. "Who are you, and what are you doing in our pack's territory?" His eyes bore into hers, seeking answers.Teresa met his gaze but remained silent, a mixture of fear and defiance in her eyes. The guard's stern expression did little to ease her ap

  Teresa Drako, seemingly satisfied, responded with a brief "good" and released her. Teresa stumbled back, wiping away the tears that blurred her vision. She couldn't shake the feeling of betrayal, of surrendering her principles to the manipulative whims of her father.As she composed herself, Drako, indifferent to her emotional turmoil, commanded, "Stop crying."Teresa scoffed, a mix of anger and sorrow in her voice. "Why? So you can pretend you care about my feelings now?"Drako sighed, a hint of annoyance in his demeanor. "I'm doing what's best for you, Teresa. You might not understand it now, but in the end, you'll thank me."Teresa shot him a disdainful look. "Thank you? For what? Manipulating me into doing your dirty work? I'll never thank you for that."Drako shook his head, a condescending smile playing on his lips. "You're blinded by your own ideals. You'll see the bigger picture soon enough."

   Ruby's POV The lingering tension between Gonzalo and me demanded resolution, and I didn't intend to let the uncertainty fester any longer. I guided him to a more secluded corner, away from prying eyes and curious ears. The atmosphere was thick with unspoken questions, and I needed answers. "Okay, Gonzalo, we need to talk," I said, my voice firm, as I cornered him against the wall. He sighed, a mixture of reluctance and understanding in his eyes. "Ruby, can we not do this here? It's not the right time." I narrowed my eyes, feeling the weight of frustration settling in. "We're going to do this now. The pack already senses something is off, and I won't let rumors spiral out of control." Gonzalo glanced around, as if hoping to find a way out of the impromptu confrontation. "Ruby, I understand your concern, but we can't discuss everything here