Riley's POV
We move into a dimmer part of the building, and the air feels heavier the farther we go. The lights are fewer here, the walls darker.
My heart is drumming loudly in my ears, so loud I’m scared they can hear it. Cane, Caden, and Gunnar walk ahead of me like they already know every shadow in this place. I follow closely, my steps careful, my fingers curling into the fabric of my dress.
There are more guards here. A lot more.
They stand straighter than the others, their faces blank, their eyes sharp. As we pass, they bow slightly to the three Alphas.
We stop in front of a massive door made of dark wood and metal. It looks old. Powerful.
From behind the door, I hear low grunts.
My stomach tightens instantly.
I swallow hard.
Caden raises his hand and knocks once.
The gru
