After the test had concluded and Scarlett had proven her loyalty and dedication to the pack, Jack and I approached her with heavy hearts, ready to offer our apologies for putting her through such a challenging ordeal.

"Scarlett," I began, my voice filled with remorse. "I want to apologize for what we put you through. It was never our intention to deceive or hurt you."

Jack nodded in agreement, his expression somber. "We wanted to test your commitment to change, but we realize now that it was unfair of us to do so without your knowledge or consent," he added, his tone sincere.

Scarlett regarded us both with a mixture...