Chapter 178

• Dimitri stood in his chambers bathed in the soft glow of the setting sun, his strong frame silhouetted against the window. Lost in his thoughts, he gazed out at the sprawling territory of his pack, the lush forests and rolling hills a stark contrast to the turmoil raging within him.
• As he brooded over the recent events that had shaken his world, the sound of soft footsteps approaching drew his attention. Turning around, he saw Izabella standing before him, her gaze uncertain but resolute. His heart clenched at the sight of her, the woman he loved, the woman he thought loved him in return.
• "Izabella," he said, his voice tinged with a mix of hope and fear. "What is it? What's wrong?"