“She has come back. Emily Lancaster has returned after six years.”
The announcement brought awkward silence in the hall. Nobody dared to speak nor negotiate. They all fell quiet as if an angel just flew past every head.
All eyes were on Lucas. As if studying his expression and searching for a hint of goof, waiting until he said it was only a joke. Nothing came.
Instead, the Alpha let out a loud sigh and stood up, crossed his arms behind his back, and continued.
Each disappointed gaze was enough evidence for Lucas to conclude they have not moved on from six years ago still. The suspicion regarding Emily's loyalty in Howling Tribe has remained an unsolved puzzle, a mystery open for arguments and debate.
While, over the years, a few among the pack and the council members have already had
