Chapter Twenty-Six-Hanging in the Balance
The Pine Wood infirmary had been transformed into chaos. Omegas rushed through the halls with steaming water, cloths, and bundles of herbs while healers barked orders. The scent of adrenaline and blood was sharp in the air, mingling with Chelsea’s sharp cries as she was carried swiftly down the corridor toward the birthing chambers.
Evandra followed, her skirts brushing the polished stone floor. Wolves glanced up in surprise to see her there, but no one dared question it. She had made her choice the moment she heard Chelsea’s labor pains start—she would stay until the end, until the child drew its first breath.
Her wolves—Tristan, Osiris, Lefu, Balor—all watched her go with varying degrees of unease, but none stopped her. This was hers to fac
