Chapter 42

Rylan’s POV

I woke up before the sun had fully risen, the darkness of the night still lingering in the air. I lay in bed briefly, my mind racing with thoughts of the previous night's conversation. My father's decision to make Daniella our chosen mate still lingered in my mind like a bitter taste in my mouth.

I threw off the covers and got out of bed, padding softly to the door. I opened it slowly, not wanting to disturb anyone else in the pack house. The hallway was quiet and dark, the only sound being the soft creaking of the wooden floorboards beneath my feet.

I made my way to the forest, my only destination. As I walked, the trees grew taller and the underbrush thicker until the dense foliage surrounded me. I stopped at a clearing, where I knew my brothers would be waiting for me.

I looked around, my eyes adjusting to the dim light. Rio was already here, his eyes fixed on me with a severe expression. Enzo was pacing back and forth, his agitation evident. E