Lila's POV
The gathering hall's stone walls had playing shadows from the low fire. The whispers of Alphas and warriors who had come to see what was going to happen filled the heavy air inside.
With Aria in my arms, I stood close to the center. Her tiny face lay on my chest, her steady, warm breaths gentle. She had no idea what was going on or what I was going to have to deal with.
Beside me, Kian stood with steady yet troubled blue eyes. His gentle touch on my back served as a subliminal reminder that I wasn't by myself. "Are you certain about this?" he said softly.
Despite the tightness in my chest, I nodded. "I have no other option."
When Tobias moved forward, the room fell silent. His presence was commanding as his green eyes scanned the crowd.
Tobias' voice echoed as he stated, "
