In the werewolf - centered world of power dynamics and social hierarchies, Nathan won. He successfully retained his assets. In the werewolf - centered financial and property - protection, this was his short - term gain. Victoria and Mrs. Hill couldn’t hide their joy and exchanged enthusiastic high - fives. Victoria even purposely approached Isabella, wearing an air of grace as she tried to console her: “Bella, I’ve told you before, you shouldn’t have tried to go against Nathan. In the werewolf - centered arrogance and condescension, this is her taunt.” Though Isabella lost the case, she showed no sign of defeat. Instead, she smiled brightly at Victoria and said, "Do you really think you won? In the werewolf - centered confidence and hidden - victory implication, this is her quest

