Magnus's claws dug into his palms, drawing blood as he loomed over Beta Remus and Olga. His partially shifted form cast long shadows in the dimly lit room, his amber eyes glowing with barely contained fury. ‘Trust no one. Can't trust anyone.’"Where is she?" he growled, his voice a guttural rumble that made both wolves flinch.Remus, usually so composed, trembled visibly. "Alpha, I swear on my life, I don't know. We've been searching night and day—""Not good enough!" Magnus roared, slamming his fist into the wall. Plaster crumbled, leaving a fist-sized hole. Inside, Demetrius howled, desperate to be unleashed. ‘Everyone's lying. They have to be lying.’Olga whimpered, tears streaming down her face. "Please, Magnus. We barely know Cathy. We'd never harm her."Magnus inhaled deeply, scenting the air. Fear, yes, but no deception. His chest ached with a mixture of relief and frustration. ‘Maybe. But how can I be sure?’"I want to believe you," he said, his voice softening fractionally. "
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