BEYOND YOUR REACH

CHAPTER 71

The tension between Leon and Lucia had eased slightly after their conversation, but an unshakable sense of urgency remained. The witches’ deception, the looming threat of Marcus, and the possible existence of a traitor in their midst meant there was no time for hesitation. Leon knew that every moment spent trying to uncover the truth could be a step closer to the downfall of their pack.

Later that day, Leon found himself pacing in the meeting room, waiting for the other pack leaders to arrive. He had summoned them to discuss the growing concerns—the witches, the traitor, and their weakening defenses. Amira had promised to join him, armed with whatever information she had uncovered regarding the witches’ magic, but she hadn’t arrived yet. His mind whirled with the possibilities of what could go wrong.

When the door finally opened, Haron, Jeremy, and Zania entered first, their faces etched with the same grim determination Leon felt. They took their seats around the large table, exchangi