Charles's POV
The aftermath of the tumultuous confrontation lingered in the air as I navigated through the crowd, my heart heavy with a mix of regret and responsibility. The celebration that was meant to be a joyous occasion had been overshadowed by the clash of the two Alphas, and I couldn't escape the weight of the impact it had on everyone present. I was Alpha Xander's beta and his fight was equally my fight also.
I approached the gathering of my friends and family, their expressions a mosaic of concern and curiosity. Martina stood by my side, her hand reassuringly on my arm as we faced the consequences of the chaos that unfolded.
"Charles, what in the world just happened out there?" My sister's eyes widened with disbelief as she questioned me. The concern etched on her face mirrored
