Lucy's heart pounded rapidly in her chest as she turned around. She recognized Alpha Karl Bloodmoon with wide eyes. His gaze were focused yet unreadable, and his hand was still firmly on her shoulder. “This place is off limits to you,”He spoke in a firm yet authoritative tone. He looked directly into her eyes, and she felt a shock of fear and something else. “I-I was just looking around,”Even after she stammered and backed up a little, his hold remained firm. Karl looked at her with a calculated and keen eye. His tone was gentle enough to confuse Abit, but he reiterated, "You are not supposed to be here." Without another word, he let off of her shoulder and turned to face the door. Lucy paused, uncertain whether to run or remain motionless. “Karl shouted over his shoulder, "Go back to

