Bustan was pacing in the war room, still pondering how Nate had managed to bypass his defenses. The attack on the palace by Nate and his hunters had shaken everyone to their core, sending ripples of fear and confusion throughout the ranks. But what disturbed him most was how alarmingly easy it had been for Nate to infiltrate their stronghold. It was as if the very walls of their sanctuary had betrayed them. There had to be an informant. Someone within the palace had fed Nate crucial information, and Bustan had a strong suspicion of who it could be: Kim. Kim had always walked a fine line between loyalty and suspicion. Though her prowess in battle was undeniable, her cold demeanor and distant attitude set her apart from the others. She had earned her place as an Alpha, leading the she-wolv

