Serena’s PoV

The atmosphere was tense to the point of oppression as Isiah led the defiant alpha into the room. He was a big man, well-built, and tattoos all over his body and even face. His eyes flickered across me and then at Ardan, Zone, and Evelyn. Evidently, the existence of his evil presence alone kept even the most courageous fighter on edge.

Zone crossed over to my side with his eyes downcast and his voice barely above a whisper. “Why is Evelyn included in the meeting? She shouldn’t be here.”

I maintained my stare on the rogue alpha and replied softly, “We are both waiting for someone.”

Beside me,...