Chapter 113 Shifting Dynamics

The aftermath of the revelation had left a palpable tension between Elsa and me. Despite our efforts to reconcile and move forward, the dynamic within the Ashwood pack had shifted subtly but significantly. The bond we once shared had transformed, and our interactions were now laden with a complexity that neither of us fully understood. The first sign of trouble came during a pack meeting. Elsa and I were seated on opposite sides of the room, the distance between us a physical manifestation of the emotional divide. The air crackled with unspoken words and strained silence. I could feel the weight of our recent conversation pressing down on both of us, and it was clear that the pack sensed the change in our relationship. Noah, ever observant, was the first to notice the shift. He had always been attuned to the subtleties of pack dynamics, and the tension between Elsa and me did not escape his keen eye. As the meeting progressed, he cast frequent glances in our direction, his brows furr