Hanging up the phone, I let out a long, worried sigh. Complete silence filled the cabin. I placed Eric's phone on the desk.

Resting my palms on the desk, I considered visiting Adrian's father, Alpha Lucas. I decided to return to that pack soon.

"Are you sure you want to go to that pack? It could be dangerous. I don't trust that man," Eric said.

"Don't worry. I'll be fine."

"Then let me drive you," Eric offered warmly.

"No, thanks. I'm visiting his father, not provoking him. Your presence would only escalate the conflict."

"But how will you—"

"That pack is right next to ours. I'll drive myself," I interrupted.

In the evening, I stopped working. Getting up from my chair, I left the cabin and went outside. In the lobby, I observed employees leaving for the day.

Damia approached with a grin. "Miss, it's surprising to see you leaving early."

I usually left late, working hard to maintain my position. So I understood her surprise.

"I have something to do at home, so I'm leaving early today," I replied.

We were heading toward the company entrance when I noticed a shiny white car waiting. My brother had given it to me as a birthday present.

I turned to Damia. "Pay attention to the project I'm working on. I won't be here tomorrow."

Damia looked stunned. "Why? Are you going somewhere?"

She quickly covered her mouth, realizing she'd asked a personal question. Her nervousness was evident; she knew my identity—sister of the head Alpha and daughter of…

I held her hand and smiled warmly. "It's okay, Damia. I'm working somewhere tonight. I'll be back soon. Please take care of everything."

My friendly demeanor brightened her eyes.

"Of course. Don't worry, and enjoy your vacation."

I raised an eyebrow; she'd misunderstood. I didn't correct her.

After saying goodbye, I went to my car. The driver opened the back door. I leaned back as I settled in.

I planned to leave for the Crystal Blood Pack that night, but first, I needed to speak with my father.

The car stopped in front of the pack house. I immediately went to see my father.

I knocked on his office door and heard his voice. Inside, I found him with my mother, seated on the couch.

"Mom, Dad. It's good to see you both," I said, approaching them.

"I know what you're here to talk about," my father said.

He gestured for me to sit. My mother smiled.

"Eric called your father to inform us about Alpha Lucas."

I silently thanked Eric. I didn't need to explain anything further.

"I want to leave tonight," I said, anticipating their disapproval.

My father was silent. My mother remained quiet as well. He sighed.

"Natalia, you know we don't want to lose you again, right?"

"Dad, I'll be fine."

"If you want to go, we won't stop you. But if you need anything or have trouble, call your brother."

His icy tone made me laugh. He wasn't usually rude, but his anger toward Adrian was intense. Our family's hatred for him ran deep.

"I will, Dad."

"I'm going to see Aria and Noah," I said, rising.

"You can't leave without dinner," my mother said.

"Okay, Mom."

I went to my children's room. Aria was drawing. I sat beside her.

"Aria, Mom's going somewhere."

"Where, Mom?" she asked, still drawing.

"A place you don't know: the Crystal Blood Pack."

She paused, looking up.

"Mom, did you say Crystal Blood Pack?"

I nodded, noticing her unexpected reaction. She smiled.

"Mom, will you meet that handsome uncle there?"