I had been shortsighted, failing to apply my intellect to strategic matters.


    After Caleb shed light on the Alphas’ intricate thoughts, I understood the undercurrents beneath the surface andprehended the gravity andplexity of the situation.


    Yet, despite his insights, doubts lingered in my mind.


    After thinking for a while, I turned to Caleb, my concern evident in my gaze.


    “Honey, since you anticipated these hups, do you have any additional ns to ensure the repair proceeds smoothly and safeguards the Thorn Edge Pack?”


    To me, merely picking the wrong time felt insufficient.


    What if something unexpected cropped up? It could pose a real danger.


    But Caleb had clearly thought of everything I could conceive.


    He gave a slight nod and reassured me,


    “Don’t worry.


    I understand the risk of relying solely on the Thorn Edge Pack, so I have reached out to Han.


    He’ll lead troops to patrol the outskirts of our pack.


    That way, even if someone stumbles upon the truth identally, causing harm won’t be easy.


    ”


    “That’s good,” I concurred, feeling a wave of relief.


    Caleb had nned with greater attention to detail and security than I had anticipated.


    If no unforeseen events arise, the repair should go smoothly.


    Yet, despite the thorough preparations, an unsettling feeling lingered within me, casting a shadow over my heart that I couldn’t shake off.


    And yet, I couldn’t quite pinpoint its source.


    The day for repairing the sky’s rift soon arrived.


    The entire Thorn Edge Pack remained on high alert due to the high risk.


    As previously agreed, Han would bring some of the Xeric Pack’s troops to stand guard near our pack, prepared to address any emergencies that mighte up.


    Thus, after delegating coordination with Carlos to him, Caleb and I, apanied by the witches and the majority of the Thorn Edge Pack’s forces, made our way to the location where Gale had torn open the sky.


    Although the rift appearedrger than before, its depths remained shrouded in darkness, ominous and seemingly capable of swallowing anyone whole.


    Caleb squeezed my hand tighter, his gaze fixed on the rift as he cautioned, “Debra, exercise extreme caution during the repair.


    Your safety takes precedence.


    Should anything go awry, don’t push yourself.


    If necessary, we can always repair it another time.


    Understand?”


    I didn’t respond and just looked at the rift.Material ? N?velDrama.Org.


    Another time?


    Preparing for this moment had been a challenge in itself; we had no clue when the next opportunity would present itself.


    And now, with the rift widening, the potential emergence of more vampires made the situation even more precarious.


    Dying any further could lead to unpredictable casualties.


    Furthermore, this backstabbing surely made the other packs wary.


    Afterward, they would continue to pressure the witches and the Thorn Edge Pack while setting up ambushes in advance.


    Initially, the rift hadn’t garnered much attention.


    However, exploiting this incident could serve as a perfect excuse to stir up trouble for the Thorn Edge Pack.


    Yet, to spare Caleb unnecessary worry, I kept my concerns to myself, squeezing his hand reassuringly and shing a smile.


    “I understand.


    I will be careful.


    Don’t worry about me.


    ”


    Ever cautious, Caleb remained unconvinced and continued, “My dear, if youe across something beyond your capabilities, don’t hesitate to inform me.


    I’ll find a solution.


    Don’t try to handle it alone.


    ”


    I nodded, returning his serious gaze.


    “I promise.


    I won’t.


    ”


    After a few more words of caution, Caleb seemed somewhat reassured and took some of our people to patrol and secure the area.