Chapter 89: The Gathering Storm

The night held its breath, waiting for the dawn that would bring with it new challenges and uncertain alliances.

Inside the cabin, the tension was palpable. Isabella's heart pounded in her chest, the gravity of their situation weighing heavily on her mind. She glanced at Dimitri, who was pacing the room, deep in thought.

"We can't afford to waste any time," Isabella said, breaking the silence. "We need to find Marcus and secure his support."

Dimitri nodded, his eyes sharp with determination. "I know where he might be," he replied. "There's a hidden enclave in the mountains, a place where dissenters gather. It's dangerous, but it's our best shot."

Isabella's ex, still wary of Dimitri, crossed his arms and leaned against the wall. "How do we know this isn't a trap?" he questioned, his voice laced with suspicion.

Dimitri stopped pacing and turned to face him. "You have every right to be cautious," he said calmly. "But the Alpha King's reach is extensive. We need allies, and Mar