Chapter 77. Alpha Damian of the North

When she reached the estate gates, her strength gave out at last. Her legs buckled beneath her. The world spun. She clutched at the iron bars as if they might hold her upright, but the words she tried to speak caught in her throat.

“I… need… Beta Lucian—”

Her voice was a hoarse whisper, and before she could say more, darkness claimed her. She collapsed to the ground, unconscious.

The guards stationed at the gate rushed forward. One of them, recognizing her pale, dirt-streaked face beneath the hood, knelt beside her.

“It’s Warrior Rina!” he called to his companion. “Quick, get Beta Lucian!”

Without wasting a second, the other guard sprinted toward the main house while the first carefully lifted Rina’s limp form in his arms and carried her inside.

Moments later, Lucian and Selena came running, their hearts racing with alarm. Lucian’s eyes widened at the sight of Rina’s still figure. He took her from the guard without hesitation, holding her close as