The councils warning

By the time Timbre reached the grand hall, dusk had already settled over the pack’s territory, painting the sky in hues of deep purple and grey. The oppressive weight of her encounter in the forest clung to her like a second skin, and though her limbs felt leaden with exhaustion, she knew there was no time to rest. Her steps were purposeful as she crossed the clearing toward the hall, though her heart thundered with uncertainty.Inside, the council members had gathered, their faces etched with concern. The air was thick with tension, a palpable unease rippling through the room. Xavier sat at the head of the long wooden table, his golden eyes fixed on her the moment she entered. He looked stronger, more present than he had in days, but there was still a shadow behind his gaze—an echo of the darkness that had been consuming him. Alison stood beside him, her silver eyes studying Timbre with a mixture of worry and curiosity.Timbre hesitated only for a moment before stepping further into th