The was tension as the guard glanced around nervously before leaning in closer. "I've seen him arguing with Aurora before she left our city. He was furious with her, and I think he might have been seeking revenge."

I frowned, my mind racing with possibilities. "What else do you know?"

He hesitated again before speaking. "I've also seen him meeting with some suspicious individuals on the outskirts of our city. They were wearing black cloaks and seemed to be discussing something in secret."

My eyes widened as I realized the implications. "You think the alpha might be working with the kidnappers?"

The guard nodded, his eyes wide with fear. "I...