Chapter 62

As the words hung in the air, I felt a rush of indignation wash over me. My heart hammered against my ribcage as I struggled to comprehend her request. Apologize? After everything? I had thought that being an alpha would mean rising above petty grudges, but here we were, grasping at the remnants of our past disagreements like a lifeline.

Rylan, my brother, stepped forward. "Eliza, we are willing to work together to create a harmonious future for our packs. But an apology isn’t appropriate. We've all faced our challenges, and we have grown through them... Maybe, instead of looking back at the things that divided us, we should focus on what lies ahead."

Eliza’s laughter was sharp and cutting. She glanced sideways at Alex, who had moved to her side, clearly unsure how to react. "Oh, Rylan, you think that just brushing away what happened is enough? Trust me, honey, there’s a difference between forgiveness and accountability." She raised an eyebrow, the condescension in her voice