Chapter 34

Royal's POV

As if on cue the Alpha's phone call came in and Beta Simon answered before excusing himself for a few minutes.

What was this urgent matter that required Beta Simon's immediate attention? What did it mean for me and my place within the pack? The unanswered questions swirled in my mind, and as I sat there in the empty dining hall, a sense of foreboding settled upon me. I knew that whatever lay ahead would be a turning point, a pivotal moment that could change everything.

And so, I was left alone, my thoughts racing and my heart pounding, awaiting the resolution of the unknown and the unfolding of the path that lay before me.

Minutes felt like an eternity as I sat there, my mind filled with anticipation and uncertainty. Finally, Beta Simon returned, a faint look of concern etched upon his face. He took his seat once again, his demeanor slightly altered.

"Apologies for the interruption," Beta Simon said, his voice tinged with a touch of urgency. "There's been a development