Upon hearing this, everyone in the room was taken aback.

Alpha Derick’s expression changed dramatically as he stammered, “How is this possible?”

“It’s true, Mr. Gildon. On the day you abandoned Hadley, he was attacked by rogues on the way. During the fight, his old injuries flared up, and he was rushed to the hospital.”

“I recall Luna calling me for the special medication, but I didn’t have the authority, so I forwarded your location to her.”

Alger spoke each word with conviction.

But Alpha Derick hung up the call, unable to bear hearing more.

His face went pale as he stared at me, his voice trembling, “So, you weren’t...