I waited for a few moments, my senses on high alert, but there was no further noise. I let out a slow breath and relaxed slightly, thinking that maybe I had just imagined it.

But then, I heard it again. This time, it was louder and closer. It sounded like footsteps, crunching through the underbrush outside the cabin.

I motioned to my pack members to get into position, and we all moved quietly to the windows and doors, ready to defend ourselves if necessary.

The footsteps got closer and closer, and then, suddenly, a figure appeared at the window. It was a woman, and she looked frantic.

"Alpha Asher," she...