Betrayed by the Pack, A Wolf's Broken Promise

The moment I discovered my pregnancy, my partner, Alpha Hunter, shared an image on the pack's social media. It showed him embracing my close friend, Katherine, her exposed, rounded stomach pressed against him as they posed before a warm hearth. The caption stated: "Nothing surpasses the strength of pack... and family ties." His hand, bearing the same mate's mark I wore, was spread across her abdomen. It was undeniable. I tensely set my jaw, struggling to breathe as I quickly typed, "Best wishes." Moments later, my phone vibrated. Katherine's voice, trembling and faint, came through. "Ava, I'm deeply sorry. I