Chapter 57

Nate's POV

The moon cast an ethereal glow upon the towering trees surrounding the pack’s hidden council chamber. My presence commanding respect, stood at the head of the long, worn table. Andrew and other key members of the pack filled the room, their eyes reflecting the weight of the impending decision.

My deep voice echoed in the tense atmosphere. “We can’t allow whoever this imposter is to take Layla. She only lived with him for a short time after her parents died and now she is my mate. She’s carrying my child, and I won’t let him harm her.”

I glanced at the men, who nodded in silent agreement. The flickering torchlight revealed worry etched across my face. The external threat from the imposter was clear, but the revelation of internal strife brought an unless twist to the already precarious situation.

“I paid attention to the elders enough to know that this thread came from her uncle, Augustus pack and if I’m right, he would have already