Chapter 24

Caleb’s inner turmoil grows as he stands torn between his instincts to protect his pack and his desire to understand Sophia’s actions. The betrayal he felt clawed at his heart, leaving him questioning the very foundation of their relationship.

“Trust me, Caleb,” Sophia spoke again, her eyes brimming with sincerity and her voice carrying a hint of vulnerability. “There’s a lot more to this, and you can only listen if you stay calm. Just listen, and you’ll understand.”

After long, tense minutes of balling and unfurling his fingers whilst glaring at the witch, who remained unaffected, he allowed Sophia to lead him to a chair, his eyes never leaving the witch. The room seemed to pulse with an energy that he couldn’t comprehend.

The witch, albeit sensing the tension and hostility he brewed with regards him with what looked like practiced composure, “Alpha Caleb, I mean no harm. My name is Leticia, and I’m here with a purpose. Your mate sought my help because she believe