Ron’s POV The sound of marching feet echoed through the walls like an alarm. Another one of Aries’ warriors down. Another foolish step toward his own destruction. I watched the scene unfold from the high tower, arms behind my back, lips curled into a cold smirk. He was foolish, but persistent. I’ll give him that much. Still, desperation makes even the wisest men reckless. I turned to the guard standing beside me. “Are you sure Rex is still contained?” I asked, eyes narrowing. Aries wasn’t the type to launch a head-on assault without a trick up his sleeve. This could all be a diversion. “She’s still in the dungeon… as far as we know, Alpha,” the guard said, head bowed low. I stepped closer. “As far as we know?” “Selene hasn’t reported any issues.” “Selene doesn’t know the meaning

