Molly “Please relax, Alpha,” Matt says calmly, lifting both hands slightly as if trying to ease the tension in the room. “It’s for Lily’s good.” Charles’s jaw tightens. I can practically feel the anger rolling off him. His wolf is literally close to the surface. “Explain,” he says flatly. Matt nods once, clearly expecting the reaction. He steps closer, keeping his voice calm and professional. “Lily’s condition is more complicated than we initially thought,” he begins. “You already know her wolf hasn’t awakened yet. But it might just be delayed. Her wolf energy is…present but unstable.” My stomach twists. “Unstable?” Charles raises a brow. “Yes,” Matt says, glancing briefly at the tablet in his hand. “Normally, a young wolf’s energy grows steadily until their first shift. But Lil

