Chapter 16: Dangerous Secrets
(Elara's POV)
The small pack safehouse felt suffocating. One room, dimly lit, and the heavy scent of Rhysand's blood filled the air. My wolf paced nervously within me, restless with worry. Despite his Alpha stoicism, the signs of his pain were impossible to miss.
His shadows flickered and twisted unpredictably, betraying his struggle to maintain control. Every shift in the dark energy around him was like a silent scream. He was hurt worse than he let on, and it made the cramped space feel even smaller.
I couldn’t ignore him like this.
"Sit down and let me see it," I said, my voice firmer than I intended. I crossed my arms and met his glowing crimson eyes with determination.
His glare was sharp, but I didn’t back down. He was the Alpha of the most p
