The night was thick with tension as Alyssa, Kade, and Lucian made their way back to the pack’s stronghold. Every step felt heavier, every rustling branch a possible threat. The revelation of her bloodline still echoed in her mind, but there was no time to dwell on the weight of it. Alyssa tightened her grip on the dagger. If the Lunar Order was coming, she needed answers—and fast. The packhouse came into view, its towering structure built to withstand centuries of war. As they entered, the gathered wolves turned, sensing the shift in the air. Their gazes landed on Alyssa, their instincts picking up on something even she hadn’t fully processed. Kade didn’t waste time. “Gather the elders. We need a meeting.” The wolves scattered, and within minutes, the council was assembled in the war r

