Chapter 56

Gwen’s POV

I could sense the tension, right from the time Alpha Blake entered my room, despite his effort to appear composed.

I noticed the subtle signs that all was not alright, the subtle tightening of the edges of his eyes, the slight hunch in his shoulders, and the forced calm in his voice when he spoke.

"How did it go? The meeting?" I asked, trying to sound casual and lighten up the room.

Alpha Blake smiled, but I noticed it didn't reach his eyes. "It went fine. Just the usual discussions about security and patrols."He said sighing a bit too loud.

I raised an eyebrow, not buying his nonchalant response. "Alpha Blake, I can tell something's bothering you. You don't have to hide it from me."

Alpha Blake sighed again, running a hand through his hair. "I don't want to burden you with pack matters, Gwen. You're still recovering.

"I'm stronger than I look," I said, my voice firm. "And I want to help. Please, just tell me what's going on."

I watched Alpha Blake closely. I could see