Chapter 39: Confrontation (Rhys's POV)
I stood watching pack members struggling with heavy loads of firewood. Something wasn't right. The Sacred Moonstone Temple had been empty, with no sign of Elara.
"Go ask where those supplies are being delivered," I murmured to Caleb.
Despite being awake all night searching for Elara, I maintained my composure. Dark shadows had formed under my eyes, but my determination remained unshaken. Caleb nodded and hurried toward the workers.
He returned quickly, slightly out of breath. "Alpha, they say the supplies are headed toward the Alpha's Retreat in the private woods," he reported. "Cedric has ordered the pack members to send extra provisions and premium firewood there."
I felt my breath catch. Premium firewood was rarely used except by the high
