Chapter 48. Softly

ERVIN’S POV

“So henceforth, you would understand whatever action we take towards her is for the safety of the pack,” Stella said.

Charles was quiet during the whole conversation. I wondered what was going through his mind.

“No. Please. Let me talk to her.” My voice was breaking. “Do not do anything yet. I would talk to her. She must have a genuine reason to do Stella. I know Hazel.”

Stella sighed. “You have until the end of the week. Keep me updated.”

I nodded. My heart was racing. Stealing from the pack could be considered some form of treason. The punishment would be spending years in the dungeon.

I could not imagine my Hazel there. In such a place. I needed to know why she did this.

The evening had rolled in and we were having dinner in the dining room. I was deep in thought while eating.

“Do you remember when Uncle Cain looked up Ervin in the dungeons?” Charles said.

I smiled to myself. That night was a horror for me. “I was