The room was plunged into a deafening silence as the Alpha spoke. Steve's eyes darted towards Megan for a short moment, before fixing back on Alpha Marcus. Megan’s hands trembled, as she awaited what her fate was going to be.

Veronica’s breath caught in her throat, her heart racing with fear of what was about to befall her friends. She was about to take a step forward, to plead to the Alpha on their behalf, but a warning glance from Beta Richard made her freeze in her place.

Alpha Marcus’ gaze lingered on Steve and Megan, his eyes burning with a fierce intensity, making Megan's heart beat faster. Steve, on...