Chapter 181

GAMMA NATE'S POV The moment Luna Natalie’s mind-link entered my head, I froze mid-step. “Nate, I need you on protection detail for Oliveira and Hana. They’ve been moved to the Pack House. Ned hurt them. Badly.” Her words were calm but I was no fool. I knew who was behind this. I heard Liam and Zane talking about this. I was busy with pack issues so I didn't have the time to bring it up. Ned. I’d fought side-by-side with that bastard for years. Trusted him with my life on the battlefield. And yet... He'd hurt her. I turned on my heel, not wasting a second. I needed to see for myself. Needed to confirm it. When I arrived at the Pack House, I spotted her. Oliveira. She was standing near the entrance, helping Hana settle into a chair. Her hair was pulled back in a loose braid. She had a small bandage on her cheek, and despite everything… she was breathtaking. My wolf let out a growl in my head the moment I laid eyes on her. Mate. I stopped. My body stiffened. My heart hammered so loud I th