Third person’s POV
Alpha Alessandro rose slowly, his face frozen in shock as he stared at the strange mark on Silvia’s neck, its pattern unmistakable. He shifted fully back to human form, his mouth opening to speak, but words failed him, his mind reeling. Silvia’s eyes fluttered shut, her body slumping as the wolf’s bane overwhelmed her, sending her into unconsciousness. Alessandro’s gaze darted to Ashley, who had also collapsed, the poison sapping her strength.
His warriors had subdued the remaining rogues, the battle clearly won. Normally, Alessandro would’ve been reveling in his victory, lifting his head high and celebrating his dominance, but not today. “There’s a mix-up somewhere,” he muttered under his breath, his thoughts tangled with confusion. “Don’t hurt any of them who are st
