Chapter 33: Arrangement
(Aria's POV)
The atmosphere inside the ceremonial hall was thick with anticipation. Wolves, Alphas, Betas, and emissaries from various packs milled about, their scents mingling in a mix of curiosity and wariness.
Dominic stood unmistakably at the center of it all, his commanding Alpha presence drawing every gaze. Beside him, I felt the weight of their attention settle on me, whispers trailing in the air as I moved with quiet confidence.
“Is that her…?” one voice murmured, low and cautious.
“They say she was packless…” another added, the tone dripping with disdain.
Despite their words, I kept my head high, my lavender eyes meeting any lingering stares. If they wanted to gossip, I would give them nothing more to feed on.
My wolf stirred faintly beneath t
