Atticus's POV
Sleep had been elusive for all of us last night. The weight of Elder Dwayne's revelations hung heavy in the air, making rest nearly impossible. Just when exhaustion finally claimed us, Garcia stirred awake with news that sent tremors through our already unsettled minds. Nancy had experienced something during the trial that she'd kept hidden until now.
The wolf within Garcia had felt an inexplicable pull toward the Royal family during those tense proceedings. Nancy hadn't spoken of it before, unsure of its meaning or origin. But now, with the pieces falling into place, the truth became undeniable. Princess Barbara was Garcia's mother.
"So if she really is your mother, how do you plan to break this to King Patton?" Collin's voice cuts through the morning tension as we move through our daily preparations.
