Chapter 42 " Something is off"

Authors POV

Selena stood behind the pack house door, surprised that she wasn’t as nervous as she expected. Maybe it was because of the calming scent of her mate, Hudson, who stood beside her. His possessive presence wrapped around her like a shield, offering both comfort and strength.

"Don’t be nervous, Luna," Betty said softly, her eyes filled with warmth. "To the Crimson Knight pack, Alpha Hudson isn’t just our leader, he’s our protector, our strength, the one who keeps us safe. And you… you’re his heart, our Luna. You saved him, and in doing so, you saved all of us. We don’t just respect you, Selena—we’re grateful, from the depths of our souls. You’ve given us back our Alpha, and in return, you’ll always have our loyalty and love."

Tears filled her eyes, and her heart felt heavy as she took another step toward the door. Hudson, sensing her emotions, gently squeezed her hand, offering comfort.

"Don’t worry love. These people are yours now," he whispered softly as the guards opened t