Nathan’s POV

“What’s going on?” My voice came out sharper than I intended, low and cutting, like a blade pressed against stone. The corridor outside Adina’s chamber already smelled of panic—sweat, smoke, and the sharp tang of fear that didn’t belong inside these walls. “Who’s behind the attack?” I demanded, my gaze locking onto Cade as he appeared at my side.

“Not sure yet, Alpha,” Cade said quickly, his chest rising and falling with heavy breaths. “But I believe ...