What now? I killed the former Alpha, Benedict. My hands trembled as I stood over his lifeless body, my heart pounding like a war drum. An arm rested on my shoulder, and I flinched.
I looked up to see Edgar, his expression calm yet filled with pride. His golden eyes, held no judgment - only understanding.
“Don’t worry,” he said softly, his voice steady.
I swallowed hard, guilt and relief warring inside me. “I killed him, Edgar. I killed your father.”
“It doesn’t matter.” Edgar’s voice was resolute. “If you hadn’t done it, I would have.” His words carried a finality that sent a chill through me.
Lilet stepped forward, her presence grounding us. “Now, we can finally have peace,” she murmured. There was no celebration, only the quiet relief of a burden lifted.
That day, we returned to th
