Chapter 1146: Chapter 1245

I couldn’t bear to heap more blame upon her already burdened shoulders.

So, I reached out to soothe her.

“Don’t worry.

The Xeric Pack snatched your child as a tactic, likely to bind you, preventing you from rallying Roz Town residents to help the Thorn Edge Pack against them.

To them, your influence would have been quite the thorn in their side.

”

“True,” Caleb interjected, adding his analysis “They won’t harm Luca until they secure their dominance over the Thorn Edge Pack.

”

A flicker of hope ignited in Riley’s desperate gaze.

She glanced between Caleb and me as if searching for assurance.

“Really?”

We both nodded in solidarity.

“Absolutely.

You still pose a threat to them, so they’ll keep Luca safe for now.

”

With our reassurance, Riley’s tumultuous emotions began to settle.

Once she regained her composure, Caleb inquired, “Riley, what’s your next move? Would you like to return with us to the Thorn Edge Pack?

If you return, Debra and I will do everything in our power to rescue Luca from the Xeric Pack.

”

Riley hesitated briefly, then shook her head with a wistful smile.

“No, there’s no need.

”

She cast a longing gaze towards the Thorn Edge Pack’s direction, a sense of longing etched on her features.

“Even if I want to, I can’t return.

When the uprising erupted, I left the Thorn Edge Pack behind to save Luca, and now everyone must think I’m responsible for it all.

”

I urged her, “Don’t worry.

We’ll set the record straight.

With Caleb and I backing you, everyone will come to understand the truth.

”

Riley’s head shook with adamant worry, her expression etched with concern.

“Debra, it’s not as straightforward as you imagine.

The Thorn Edge Pack harbors deep resentment towards Roz Town residents.

The betrayal of our own by the army, their unholy alliance with the Xeric Pack-it’s undeniable.

Should I return now, I’d be walking straight into a trial.

Rescuing Luca seems even more daunting under these circumstances!”

Caleb interjected swiftly, his voice brimming with assurance.

“Don’t worry.

Once I’m back, I’ll reclaim my alpha status.

With me there, we can prevent any such thing from happening!”

His determined tone seemed to alleviate some of Riley’s anxiety.

I added my voice to reassure her.

“Riley, we shall elucidate the intricacies of this situation to all concerned.

As for the secret army affair, Caleb and I also bear responsibility.

Fleeing and wallowing in guilt won’t help anyone.

Taking active steps to make things right is the only way forward!”

After a lengthy pause, Riley relented.

“Very well.

I shall return to the Thorn Edge Pack with you to atone for my transgressions and secure my child’s safety.

”

“That’s the spirit!” I smiled faintly, relieved.

“We’ll strategize on rescuing Luca together when the time is right.

”

“Absolutely!” Riley’s Lips curved into a tentative smile.

Caleb glanced skyward, noting the encroaching darkness.

“It’s getting late.

Though we’re near the Thorn Edge Pack, driving further with our headlights could draw unwanted attention.

Let us seek refuge in a concealed Location for the night and resume our journey come morning.