Chapter 38:Insult

(Scarlett's POV) Roman walked beside me as we approached the regal gates of Silver Moon Manor. The grandeur of the structure was undeniable. Its silver-tipped spires shimmered under the glow of the full moon. Every prominent Alpha in the Northern Territories was here tonight. The air around the place buzzed with authority and expectation. I glanced down at my leather jacket and boots, my unease growing with every step. She-wolves around us gracefully entered the mansion, their ceremonial robes flowing like water behind them. Intricate embroidery and gemstones adorned their outfits, each marking their status and pack affiliation. I toyed with the hem of my jacket, my fingers fidgeting as I murmured, “Are you sure this isn’t… wrong? I should’ve worn something…” I trailed off, my voice barely above a whisper. Roman’s steps didn’t falter. His ice-blue eyes locked onto mine. “You’re with me,” he said sharply, silencing my doubts. “You don’t need to follow their rules.” “But still,”