Ch. 21

Nathan’s POV

Rage simmered in my veins as I held my lifeless mate in my arms. I clenched my jaw against the roar threatening to escape. I felt ripped in two between the urge to keep Charlie close while battling the need to go back to the party and rip that fucker’s head from his shoulders.

“She’s breathing, right? Tell me she’s breathing!” Darcy whimpered next to me.

“She is but it’s shallow. Her heartbeat is steady, though.” I assured her.

“What’s happening in there, we can’t let that stand, Alpha!” Braden’s growl was a vicious promise of retribution.

“I’ve already called the Black Moon Alphas. They’re assembling a team as we speak.” I told him. “My only regret is that I won’t be there to see it when they burn, but getting Charlie to safety is my priority right now.”

“Can she make it home or do we need to detour?” He asked, his voice thick with concern.

I knew he was struggling to hold it together. Knowing what was done to your mate and seeing the truth of it firsthand w