Kael froze under Derek's cold, penetrating gaze. His heart pounded, knowing he was caught with no clear way to explain himself. The Alpha of the Moonstone Pack stepped closer, his voice cutting through the tension like a blade.

“What are you doing out here, Kael?” Derek’s voice was cold, and his posture screamed suspicion.

Kael straightened, forcing himself to meet Derek’s eyes. “I have something important to tell you,” he said carefully.

Derek’s brow arched, his expression ...