Chapter 157 Scrutiny

• ~ Elara~
• The next morning, I felt the burden of everyone’s eyes on me the moment I stepped out of my room. It didn’t matter that Alpha Callum had given me temporary shelter—Eastwind wasn’t my home, and the pack members here weren’t exactly eager to welcome me with open arms. I could feel their suspicion, the unspoken accusations hanging in the air as I made my way through the packhouse toward the dining hall.
• The tension in the room was palpable as I entered. Warriors, pack members, and even the omegas all glanced up when I walked in. Some quickly averted their eyes, but others didn’t bother to hide their curiosity or their distrust. I kept my gaze forward, trying to ignore the sinking feeling in my gut.