Chapter 57: The Future Alpha King
(Aria's POV)
The murmurs through the pack bonds were relentless, like a constant hum that pressed into my skull. Their words were sharp, cutting, carried by whispers traded behind polite smiles and averted gazes.
"She’s out of control."
"Attacked a pregnant human? What jealousy must drive her…"
"And still no apology? How disgraceful…"
I held my composure, head high, even as the weight of their judgment bore down on me like a storm on fragile trees. My wolf stirred faintly, uneasy but repressed, thanks to the suppression potion. Its energy simmered beneath the surface, quietly feeding into my resolve.
Luna Catherine's scent reached me first, soft and familiar, tinged now with hesitation. I didn’t need to look up to feel the conflict rolling of
