CHAPTER 67 There's Always A Reason Behind Everything

　　Autumn

　　I stood face to face with Jared, who seemed torn as if struggling to voice something of importance.

　　"You need to tell me now," I pressed, my tone firm. He clasped his hands around his chest, a nervous gesture.

　　"You don't understand how much the Alpha has been affected by your choice," he whispered, his words hitting me like a sudden rush. My heart quickened its pace, caught off guard by his revelation. I stared at him, my expression unreadable, unsure of how to respond in the face of such gravity.

　　"I feel terrible for issuing those orders, Autumn-"