Chapter Five : The Truth Unleashed NATHAN Hes dying . The healers voice was barely above a whisper , yet it slammed into me like a storm , violent and unrelenting . Weve tried everything , Alpha Nathan . Every possible remedy , every form of treatment . Whatever this is … She hesitated , her hands trembling slightly , her eyes wide with something close to fear . Its beyond my capabilities . And from the looks of it , Im not sure your father will survive another month . I clenched my jaw , pushing back the tide of emotions threatening to pull me under . Ill come and see him later . Make sure he has everything he needs . He is to be comfortable , no matter what . The healer dipped her head , 45 % 11:37 7/0 11:37 456 Chapter Five : The Truth Unleashed acknowledging the command , and left the study without another word . The moment the door clicked shut behind her , I let my composure slip , just for a moment . My hand clenched into a fist on the desk , nails biting into my palm as my thoughts spiraled backward to where all of this began . It was two years ago , shortly after Nicole had walked away . My father had stormed into this very room , accusing me of driving her off . He d declared the deal off and threatened to take the pack from me . Except , he couldn t . I had abided by his terms . I had married Nicole . Her leaving was her choice , not mine . Id done nothing wrong . I could still hear his rage filled voice echoing in my mind , the moment he d collapsed mid sentence , clutching his chest . That was the first episode . We d learned soon after that he was sick a sickness that had spread insidiously over 455 11:37 2/6 Chapter Five : The Truth Unleashed the years . And despite all my efforts , all my resources , every lead Id pursued had led to a dead end . A penny for your thoughts ? I glanced up to see Nadia standing at my desk , her expression warm but tinged with concern . A smile tugged at my lips despite myself . Nadia had always been my constant , the one person in my corner . Nicole assuming that something was going on between us was part of the plan after I learned about her betrayal and since then , Nadia had taken over , playing the role of my Luna . Not that I minded . I knew my father would try to take the pack so I had to make Nicole leave on her own accord because if I kicked her out , it would have been my fault . That was the loophole I found . Her voice softened , carrying the familiarity of years . From the look on your face and 45 % 11:37 3/6 Chapter Five : The Truth Unleashed the way you didnt even notice I walked in , Im guessing things with Uncle Darien arent going well . I exhaled sharply , my tone neutral though I didnt bother to hide my frustration . The healer said she isn t sure hell make it through another month . Sadness flickered in her eyes , and she reached for my hand , giving it a squeeze . Theres really nothing more we can do ? Before I could answer , a knock sounded on the door . Irritation spiked , and I snapped , Not now . Come back later . There was a hesitant pause before the voice on the other side replied , Im sorry , Alpha , but its a situation that requires your immediate attention . I growled low in my throat , rising to my feet . Wait here , I told Nadia before striding to the door and yanking it open . What is it ? 459 % 11:37 4/6 11 : 3 Chapter Five : The Truth Unleashed The warrior flinched slightly under my glare but managed to speak . Theres a commotion at the gates . Without another word , I was moving through the halls of the mansion , my wolf stirring uneasily within me . As I approached the gates , the scent hit me first -faint but unmistakable . My wolf froze , his senses sharpening , his instincts locking onto a presence that had been burned into us despite the lack of a mark . I felt her before I saw her . She stood at the gates , her disheveled appearance doing nothing to diminish the fire in her eyes . There was something raw and wild about her now . One of my men tried to hold her back , but her claws shot out , knocking his hands away as she shouted , You f ** king bastard ! Ill kill you for this . I swear Ill kill you if you dont give him back ! 45 % 11:37 5/6 11:37 46+ Chapter Five : The Truth Unleashed Her words confused me just like her presence , but I forced my voice to remain cold , distant . You re not allowed in my territory . Leave , or Ill have them use force to remove you . Her eyes flashed with rage , darkening into something dangerous . I know you found out about him , she hissed , her voice shaking with fury . I know you had him . kidnapped and brought to you . But let me tell you this , Nathan hes not your son . Hes mine . I raised him , and I swear if you dont give him back right now , Ill kill you right here , right now . 15 % 11:37 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!