Chapter 80

“Dante.”

I took a step closer, searching for the right words.

“You don’t have to carry all of this alone. You have the council, the pack… me. We’re all here to support you.”

She looked away for a moment, her shoulders tense.

“I know that. But it’s hard to let go of the responsibility. Every decision I make affects them, every choice could mean life or death. I just… I need them to be safe.”

I nodded, understanding her fear more than she knew.

“That’s what makes you a great Alpha, Elara. You care about them. But caring doesn’t mean you have to shoulder every burden alone. Trust us. Trust me.”