**Beatrice POV**As Alpha Duncan's arms held me tightly, preventing my fall, a surge of warmth spread through my body. Our unexpected kiss had left me stunned and breathless, the intensity of the moment lingering in the air. The room seemed to shrink around us, amplifying the awkwardness of the situation.I could feel the weight of silence pressing upon us, a heavy reminder of the unspoken desires and tangled emotions that had led us to this point. My mind raced, searching for words to break the tension, but my mouth remained stubbornly closed, the words caught in my throat.Cadence, who always had a knack for sensing tension, cleared his throat, breaking the intense atmosphere in the room. "Um, maybe it's best if we give you two some privacy," he suggested, a mischievous glint in his eyes.I immediately pulled away from Alpha Duncan, feeling my cheeks burn with embarrassment. The energy in the room felt charged, a blend of attraction and uncertainty, leaving me unsure of how to proce

**Falon POV** My heart sank. I had made a grave mistake, confusing her with Beatrice and projecting my own fears onto her. Embarrassment washed over me, and I quickly released her hand, stepping back as if to physically distance myself from my own confusion. "I'm so sorry," I muttered, my voice barely above a whisper. "I thought you were someone else. Please forgive my intrusion." The girl's expression softened, understanding flickering in her eyes. "It's alright. Mistakes happen," she said gently, offering me a comforting smile. "Take care." I nodded, gratitude mingling with my embarrassment, and I turned away, my mind swirling with a mixture of relief and frustration at my own misjudgment.  As I continued my quest to locate Beatrice, my steps carried a renewed determination. The encounter with the girl who resembled Beatrice served as a poignant reminder of the importance

With every ounce of strength within me, I waged a relentless battle against the invisible barriers that trapped me within this dream realm. Visions of my pregnant self flickered before my eyes, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the disorienting chaos. My determination to break free intensified, for both my unborn child and myself were in grave peril.Yet, the clutches of the dream world only tightened with each passing minute, constricting around me like a vice. The doctor's words reverberated in the air, a constant reminder of the dwindling time I had to escape this ethereal slumber. A mere four hours remained before the life of my baby teetered on the precipice of danger. The gravity of those words surged through my being, urging me to claw my way back to the realm of reality.No matter how hard I struggled, the dream world held fast, refusing to relinquish its grip. Time slipped through my fingers like elusive grains of sand, as if mocking my desperate attempts to grasp it. An over

**Alpha Duncan pov** I stood tall on the podium, my voice resonating with authority as I announced the official agreement. By my side stood Beatrice, the Luna of the Red Pack, a woman who possessed a beauty that could captivate the soul. Her radiant presence, and the gentle swell of her belly, her presence a symbol of unity and strength. As I spoke, my eyes couldn't help but steal glances towards Beatrice. Each look carried with it a flicker of admiration and appreciation which settled in between my gaze In the midst of my commanding presence on the podium, a sudden disturbance rippled through the otherwise attentive crowd, momentarily shattering the stillness that enveloped the ceremony. Gasps and whispers swept through the air like an electric current, capturing my attention and diverting my focus from the weighty agreement I was in the midst of reading aloud. Curiosity mingled with a sense of unease as I turned my gaze towards the source of the commotion. And there she was, Beat

**Alpha Duncan pov** I walked carefully towards the designated meeting spot, where members of the neighboring pack were supposed to join us for discussions. The atmosphere was thick with tension, and I could sense the mixture of determination and nervousness among my pack members. This moment was crucial for the safety of our pack and the future of our territory.As the minutes ticked by, my patience wore thin, and I felt my muscles tense in anticipation. The silence was finally broken by the sound of leaves rustling, and the representatives from the neighboring pack emerged from the shadows. Their faces carried expressions of arrogance and hostility, hidden behind their masks of superiority.Standing tall and confident, I locked eyes with the leader of the neighboring pack, my voice exuding authority as I addressed them."We have gathered here today to find a resolution, to address the accusations that have been brought against us," I declared, my tone firm and resolute. "But let it