Chapter 176

Pandora's POV 

The evening had just begun, and I could already feel the energy in the room buzzing like a low hum beneath the conversations and laughter. The grand hall was packed with pack members, friends, and family, all gathered for the dinner I had thrown for everyone. 

It wasn’t a grand occasion, but it was important. After all the chaos and heartbreak we had been through recently, we needed this. We needed something to remind us that life could still be good, that there was still hope, laughter, and connection.

Rolan stood a few feet away, his gaze soft as it rested on me. I caught his eye, and for a moment, everything else fell away. The way he looked at me was enough to make my heart flutter, even after all these years. 

He didn’t need to say anything. His eyes spoke volumes. I felt a gentle heat spread through me as he offered me a subtle smile, the kind that was meant just for me.

I busied myself making sure ev