Mia's Pov 

Alpha Mathews wasn't improving, so Christian decided there was no point in staying. He had meetings with Dominic regarding matters of pack security and training the newly shifted wolves for the upcoming war to attend to. The mere thought of what lay ahead sent a shiver down my spine. The fear of losing any member of our pack gnawed at me. Victory was never without sacrifice; that much was certain. But I hoped fervently that this battle wouldn't demand too many.

Back at the pack house, I took a walk in the garden to clear my mind. The tranquil surroundings offered little solace. I was lost in my...