Liam stood in the clearing, staring at the spot where Hannah’s faint scent trail ended. His fists remained clenched at his sides, his mind racing. Every second she was gone, every moment that link between them felt weaker, was driving him closer to the edge. The rage simmering beneath his skin was almost too much to contain, but he knew he had to stay in control. For her.
Scott, sensing his Alpha’s silent fury, took a deep breath before speaking again. “I’ve already dispatched the trackers, Alpha. They’re combing through rogue territories, but we need more time. If she’s still within our borders, we’ll find her.”
Liam gave a curt nod, though his expression didn’t soften. “Time is something we don’t have, Scott,” he said in a low, growling tone. “If they’ve taken her beyond our borders, t
