Chapter 101 Cade's Desperation

• In the heart of the Nightshade mansion, the tension was palpable. The once vibrant halls now felt suffocating, echoing with the uncertainty and fear gripping the pack. Cade paced restlessly in the dimly lit meeting room, his expression dark and brooding. The weight of recent events had carved deeper lines into his face, and the ruthless determination in his eyes mirrored the growing desperation within him.
• Cade's frustration was evident as he barked orders to the gathered advisors and enforcers. "We need to tighten our grip. Anyone caught questioning our actions or showing signs of disloyalty will face severe consequences." His voice was cold, devoid of any warmth or compassion. The room fell silent, the pack members exchanging uneasy glances.
• Gaia, standing at Cade's right, frowned. She had been Cade's advisor for years, and she had seen him in many states, but this was different. His fear of losing control was pushing him towards increasingly brutal measures. "Alpha Cade," she began cautiously, "perhaps we should consider a more measured approach. The pack is already on edge. Harsher punishments might push them further away."