He elaborated, “Following the conflict between the Thorn Edge Pack and the Xeric Pack, the outskirts of the Thorn Edge Pack have been heavily guarded by the Xeric Pack’s forces. However, due to the extensive terrain surrounding the foggy forest, completely encircling it presents a significant challenge. After our meeting discussion, we collectively concluded that Riley was likely hiding in the forest, prompting me to mobilize our men to chase her.”
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“Chase Riley?” I was quite taken aback. I hadn’t anticipated that to be the motive.
“Yes.” Carlos nodded. “As the mayor of Roz Town, Riley vanished during the riot. Even the Xeric Pack soldiers were unsure of her whereabouts. This situation strikes me as highly suspicious. I fear that Riley may be collaborating with Gale and could potentially divulge secrets about the Thorn Edge Pack to her. That’s why I’ve been closely monitoring Riley. On that day, the two packs had temporarily suspended the war, so I assembled a team to search for her traces in the forest.”
I asked, “Given the vast expanse of the forest, isn’t it challenging to locate her?”
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Carlos nodded in agreement and explained, “Indeed. It was Riley who enabled us to pinpoint you and Debra’s exact location.”
My confusion deepened further.
How was Riley involved in this?
In my confusion, I asked, “What role did Riley play in this?”
I only remembered that Riley had been manipulated by Gale. In her attempt to save Luca, she inadvertently drew Gale’s attention, which ultimately led to Gale discovering me and Debra.
Subsequently, during the conflict with Gale, I failed to monitor Riley.
Carlos recounted, “We found nothing that day, prompting our departure. Suddenly, Riley appeared, accompanied by her child, alleging that Gale had besieged and attacked you and Debra. Her anxious demeanor suggested she was truthful. Moreover, she offered herself as a hostage, explaining how we managed to arrive promptly with our troops to rescue you.”
I silently acknowledged his account.
It suddenly struck me.
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It made sense why Riley disappeared thereafter. It appeared she sought aid for herself and her child once she regained composure. She proved to be quite clever.
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The thought that Debra’s demise was related to Riley sparked a profound sense of animosity within me.
If Riley had not been manipulated by Gale, perhaps Debra would have been spared from the inferno.
Nevertheless, my rational side reminded me of Riley’s innocence. She was merely a pawn manipulated by Gale and, essentially, another victim in this tragedy.
The convergence of these conflicting emotions left me in a state of intense emotional turmoil.
I managed to suppress my hatred and inquired, “Where is Riley now?”
Carlos responded, “I have her imprisoned. What are your intentions regarding her?”
After a moment of contemplation, I shook my head and replied, “I haven’t decided yet. Keep her locked up, but refrain from subjecting her to any form of torture for now.”
Carlos offered no objections and responded, “Understood.”
I inquired further, “What is the current state of the Thorn Edge Pack?”
Carlos’ demeanor shifted to one of seriousness. “Not good. Following your father’s serious injury, the pack has descended into chaos without an alpha. The elders’ disregard for discipline and insistence on their own opinions have allowed the Xeric Pack to gradually overwhelm us. Many camps have fallen victim to them.”
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