Chapter 50: The Unwelcome Visitor

Raul watched as Azeera took deep, measured breaths, her attempt to steady her anger evident. His expression remained impassive as he eyed her coldly. There was no time for idle chatter or pleasantries; his focus was on more pressing matters. With a decisive nudge, he pushed past her, his shoulders brushing against hers as he made his way towards the entrance of the sitting room. He had pressing issues to address—issues that concerned not only his pack but the stability of the region. Recent attacks on the neighboring pack under his jurisdiction had stirred up unrest. His beta had been particularly unsettled by the incident involving a young woman who had been found dead, mutilated, and left in front of the presiding leader’s home. The scene was a direct challenge, a blatant declaration of war. Raul was determined to find the perpetrators and exact retribution. The very thought of being tested in such a manner stoked a fierce anger within him. Only his most trusted warriors knew of his