Inside, the room is surprisingly spacious. Reinforced walls, emergency supplies stacked neatly, communication equipment, and a small arsenal of weapons. There are already a dozen people here—mostly pack children and their parents, older wolves who can't fight, and essential personnel being protected. And sitting against the far wall, looking terrified but trying to hide it, is Serena. Her pregnant belly is obvious under the medical gown she's wearing. Margot stands beside her, checking vitals with practiced efficiency. When Serena sees me, relief floods her face. "Isla. Thank the Goddess. If you're here, the bond is still intact." "For now." I move into the safe room, and Kyle closes the door behind me. The locks engage with multiple heavy clanks. "That door will hold against anything

