Chapter 57: Consequences at the Pack Hospital
(Elara's POV)
"Alpha King Lucian," Willow whispered, her voice cracking. "I am so, so sorry about your Beta!"
Lucian's expression remained neutral as he surveyed the tear-streaked face of my best friend. I squeezed Willow's shoulder, trying to offer comfort while maintaining my own composure after the awkward morning with Lucian.
"Let's hear exactly what happened," I suggested gently, steering my friend to a nearby bench where we could sit.
Willow collapsed onto the seat, her shoulders hunched and quivering with each sob. She was completely preoccupied with the impending "retribution" from Finn, oblivious to the tension between Lucian and me.
"It's really not my fault," she insisted, head down as she continued to sob into her hands.
