The pack house erupts in celebration when we arrive.
Somehow word of the Council meeting's outcome spread before we even crossed back into Blackthorn territory. Pack members line the driveway, cheering as our vehicle approaches. It's overwhelming and slightly embarrassing.
"Did you organize this?" I ask Kade, who looks equally surprised.
"Not me. This is all them." He's staring at his pack with something like wonder. "They're celebrating you, Isla. What you did today affects every wolf who's ever felt powerless against Council authority. You gave them hope."
The vehicle stops, and before I can process what's happening, the door opens and Asher is there, bouncing with excitement.
"Mama! You're home! Luna Ava said you were so brave and you won!" He launches himself at me, and I catch hi
