Milla Will POV
Internally, curses swirled within me like a tempest. It's no fabrication; I'm well aware of the consequences that accompany late-night excursions in packs.
Every pack imposed curfews for a reason—safety. No one ventures out after designated hours without consequence. Emergencies mandate informing the patrol team. With Austin's pack so close to the forest, rogue encounters are a palpable threat.
Ethna's decision to break this cardinal rule incensed me beyond words. All I could think about was delivering a resounding slap to shake some sense into her. Her recklessness knew no bounds; that's why she made this perilous choice.
"You're scaring her, Austin. She's stressed and trying to rest," Victor interjected, witnessing my mounting frustration.
"I don't care. I don't lie,
