#Chapter 104: War Threats and Deeper Conspiracy

Aurora's POV Intelligence reports arrived throughout the day like drops of poison, each one more disturbing than the last. Raymond's response to the hearing's outcome wasn't just political posturing—he was systematically escalating toward actual warfare. "Blood Moon warriors have been mobilized to active status," reported Captain Morrison, the Alpha King's chief of intelligence. "Alpha Raymond has also reached out to allied packs, claiming the Alpha King is harboring a dangerous fugitive." I felt sick listening to the briefing. My victory at the hearing was transforming into a catastrophe that could engulf multiple territories. "Our latest intelligence suggests Alpha Raymond's interests are very…focused on one subject." Captain Morrison continued, his discomfort obvious. "He's conducting personal interrogations now. The questions have become increasingly invasive." "What kind of questions?" I asked, though part of me didn't want to know. Morrison glanced at his notes uncomfortabl