"I'm not the alpha," Cain admitted, his smile never faltering. "I'm the stand-in. The decoy. It's for the alpha's protection."
I stared at him, my mind racing.
"You know about the Raven Witch. Her name is Rayanna."
"I do."
Cain nodded. "Well, hiding the real alpha is the best way we can protect him. She's powerful, Leah. More powerful than you can imagine. If she finds out who he really is, if she gets her hands on him ... even if he is strong, she is full of tricks …" he trailed off, his expression darkening. "Let's just say it wouldn't end well for anyone."
I processed that, my anger fading slightly, replaced by confusion. "But this alpha … he isn't your alpha, is he?" I asked, my gaze shifting between Cain and Darien.
Cain grinned, raising his eyebrows. "You can see through the en
