DEFIANCE

Andrea and Caleb sprinted through the pack's territory, the urgency of their mission driving them forward. The sun had set, casting long shadows across the landscape as they approached the alpha's quarters. Andrea's heart pounded with a mix of adrenaline and anger. They had to report what they'd seen—and fast.

Bursting into Logan's study, they found the alpha poring over a stack of reports. His expression darkened when he saw Andrea, but before he could say anything, Caleb spoke up.

"Alpha, we have critical information," Caleb said, his voice steady. "We found the rogue camp near the southern border, and one of our own guards is a traitor."

Logan's eyes flickered with surprise before narrowing in anger and his gaze landing on Andrea. "Andrea, what were you doing outside the pack's territory without fucking permission?" Anger radiating from his voice.

Andrea clenched her fists, her temper flaring. "I don't need anyone's permission! I'm not a child.”

Logan's face hardened, and his voice