#Chapter 165: Trust Your Instincts

Ella POV The next evening, I found myself back in my home pack’s territory, sitting in my father’s office. It felt strange being here after so long, especially given the change in circumstances, but there was something comforting about it. Alexander had been unable to attend the meeting due to an unexpected issue, so August sat beside me instead. He was stiff, clearly out of his comfort zone, but his demeanor shifted the moment my father unrolled the charts and maps outlining the solar farm project. August leaned forward, his interest piqued as he studied the plans. “Security is going to be the top concern,” August said, his gaze fixed on the details. “The plans are wonderful—almost flawless, I dare say—but we cannot trust the Lake Pack.” “Exactly,” my father agreed, steepling his fingers beneath his chin as he regarded August thoughtfully. “This was the same concern Alexander’s team of scientists raised when we worked on the plans together. I’ve been collabo