Isla’s POV The room fell silent for several counts. The air was thick with unspoken tension. Adrian froze in place. Gideon looked to him with pure panic in his eyes. I stayed absolutely still. Finally, Adrian spoke. “Where was her location last pinged?” He asked. “Somewhere just outside of their border.” Gideon replied quickly. “I need to go after her immediately.” “No.” Adrian replied almost instantly. “Who reported her captured? I need all the details.” He said. “Alpha please, I need to go after her. She won’t survive if we wait.” Gideon said. He hadn’t so much as looked in my direction, I wasn’t sure he even realized I was here. “If Tessa has been captured, we need you right here more than ever. Call a meeting with the elders immediately.” Adrian ordered.

