Chapter 47: False Hope (William's POV) The tension in the air was heavy as Alex strode into Storm Pack headquarters. He didn’t just walk; he practically paraded himself, his fever marks glaringly obvious against his pale skin. His collar was left noticeably loose, ensuring everyone could see the signs of his misery. The act was almost gaudy, but it worked. Every wolf in the main gathering area turned to stare, whispers spreading like wildfire. "It's the bond dissolution," someone muttered from near the bulletin board. "He's clearly doing this to get her attention," said another, their voice dripping with disbelief. "How desperate does he think he looks?" I remained by the entrance, leaning against the wall, watching it all unfold. This wasn’t just a dramatic appearance. It was

