The morning sun cast long shadows across the facility.
Alex stood in the command center, staring at the tactical display. The war was over. The enemies were defeated. The world was safe.
But he couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong.
The darkness was still there, surging beneath his skin. The hunger was still calling. But it was different now. Quieter. More controlled.
He was in control.
Sebastian appeared in the doorway. "Alex. We need to talk."
Alex turned. "About what?"
"The Council. The Alpha's Council. They've requested a meeting."
Alex felt a chill run down his spine. "The Alpha's Council? I thought they were disbanded."
"They were. But they've reformed. They want to discuss the future of the Alpha race."
Alex nodded slowly. "Then we meet them."
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