- Derek’s POV
Sitting side by side with Bella at the dining table is an oddly satisfying feeling. The gentle symphony of our spoons meeting the plates fills the room, creating a comforting ambiance. Bella's gaze lands on me, and she graces me with a warm smile that I can't help but reciprocate. However, amidst this tranquil moment, a wave of realization crashes over me, foreshadowing impending turmoil.
Flashback
The tension in the air is palpable as the pack members gather, their faces etched with a mixture of fear and determination. A fellow pack member speaks up, his voice carrying a hint of trepidation, "We can't just let this slide because it's you, Derek. You've committed a sin, and there's a price to pay."
Asher, his lips curled into a smirk, interjects, "Oh, he'll pay alright."
