Her words were harsh, each one striking like a slap. “I saw her,” I said, my voice shaky. “I know what she is. She’s hiding something, Luna. I—” “Enough!” she snapped, her tone silencing me instantly. Her glare was fierce, her disappointment evident. “All you’ve done is bring shame upon this pack,” she said coldly. “You’ve made us a laughingstock. If you can’t prove your accusations, then you should have kept your mouth shut.” “I will prove it,” I said, desperation creeping into my voice. “I just need more time.” She scoffed, shaking her head. “Time is a luxury you no longer have,” she said. “Get out of my sight, Ellen. And be gone before I return. I won’t tolerate your presence in this pack house any longer.” The finality of her words left me stunned. I opened my mouth to protest,

