Secrets Unveiled.
As Isabella got closer to the secret spot where Giuliano's renegade pack had assembled, the shadows from the thick forest canopy overhead changed. The earthy smell of pine and moss filled the moist air. Giuliano went forward, a comforting presence among the cautious pack, but the rogues moved with silent precision, their eyes narrowing as they saw her approach.
He remarked, "You're late," in a rough but slightly worried tone.
Isabella answered steadily, "Had to avoid patrols." "What's the latest?"
Giuliano motioned her to follow him to a rudimentary map that was laid out on a fallen wood. We have information about Antonio's activities. Under the pretense of rogue assaults, he has been eradicating threats in order to consolidate authority. Alessandra is no better; your
