Chapter 67. A Marriage in Exchange of Help

Cercei's POV

“Why are we here, Auntie?” I inquired for what felt like the millionth time. Following my unexpected intrusion downstairs during what appeared to be a secret meeting, I was overwhelmed with panic. Auntie had to escort me to my room to help me regain composure.

Yet, calming down seemed impossible. My mind was swirling with questions about why those strangers chose to help us if they were the same pack that had abandoned them. Was this assistance genuine, or were we being dragged into some kind of kidnapping scheme?

“Listen to me,” Auntie said firmly, grasping my shoulders to capture my attention. I met her gaze, hoping for some clarity.

“Five years ago, I reconciled with our pack, and they were the ones who supported me in rebuilding my life there on Dinan,” she revealed.

“But I thought they abandoned you,” I inquired with confusion.

“While your mother and I lost our way for a while, abandonment is not the way of our pack. It was