Sienna's Pov

I stood in the big council hall with my heart pounding so hard I thought everyone could hear it. The place was full. Elders on their high seats. Guards lining the walls. Pack leaders from far territories watch with serious faces. The air felt thick and heavy with expectation.

Rafe held my hand the whole time. His grip was firm and warm, he did not let go even once. I could feel his thumb rubbing small circles on my skin trying to keep me calm.

The head elder stood up. He was the oldest one with white hair and a shaky voice, he looked at Rafe first then...