**ALPHA ASHER POV**
As soon as the phone call pierced through the tension of the moment, Noah and I sprang into action, racing back to the pack. We skidded to a halt in front of the imposing entrance of the packhouse, the familiar scent of pine and earth filling the air.
Pushing through the heavy main door, we hurried towards the cozy sitting area, where the light barely masked the anxiety in the room. There, I spotted Elijah, his usually bright demeanor subdued as he comforted Ivy’s mother, Caroline. The sorrow etched on her face was tangible, a mix of worry and despair. My parents stood nearby, their expressions grave, alongside Beau and Cole, who shared a look of understanding that spoke volumes.
“What do we know?” I demanded, my voice cutting through the hushed atmosphere like a kn
