Zion turned his head, his eyes filled with anger, softening as he looked at his Mate.
However, his Alpha aura remained strong, creating a slightly tense atmosphere.
"They've crossed the line. No one can hurt you without suffering the consequences. I won't let you get hurt again."
Arwen tried to raise her hand, albeit weakly, to reach for Zion's hand. "No. Don't retaliate. Don't hurt them."
Zion froze for a moment. "Arwen—"
"Retaliating won't heal these wounds," Arwen interrupted, her voice weak but sincere. "If you let anger control you, then I will feel guilty forever."
Gamma Erden frowned, clearly disagreeing, but he remained bowed in respect.
"Mate, they have insulted you, which is the same as hurting your Alpha and disrespecting the entire Pack. Punishment is the only way to tea
