Luna’s Gabby POV The castle bells tolled louder, the sound like a drumbeat that echoed through the hallways, reverberating in my chest. "What is that?" I demanded, my voice sharp as I turned to the guard. "An announcement, Luna," the guard said quickly, his voice trembling with urgency. "The Alpha has returned. Chesa has come home." Chesa. My heart skipped a beat. Chesa, my husband, the Alpha of this kingdom. After so long, he was back. Lira, my daughter, the child, and now Chesa’s return. My mind raced, but all I could focus on was that one thought: he’s back. I quickly turned to Kara, my voice hardening. "This is no coincidence. Everything will be alright “ . Kara looked at me, confused but clearly terrified. ''What’s going on?" I barely heard her as I pushed past her and made my

