Chapter 53: Who Hurt You?

"You have a mate?"

The question resonated within the room, drawing all eyes to Donovan, and he leaned forward, placing his hands firmly on the table. "The only reason I agreed to come here is out of respect for each of you. You've managed to keep the damned in check, and for that, I hold you in high regard. But my priorities lie elsewhere."

He took a pause, then continued, "Our focus should be on identifying the true bearer of the curse. If we fail to stop the one responsible, the curse will continue to spread unchecked. Whether I have a mate or not is irrelevant to the rest of you. But one thing is certain, I refuse to bring a child into this world only to see them suffer under this blight," he stated with unwavering clarity.

The seven individuals exchanged knowing glances, their expressions reflecting a well, thought-out, shared conclusion. Finally, one of them spoke, addressing the Alpha with careful consideration.