ELIZA’S POV
I sat at my desk with papers scattered in front of me.
My mind started to spin as I worked through a dozen different plans at once.
The pack’s security was my top priority, but there were so many things at hand—Maya’s attack with the Lycans, political alliances, and the dangers I needed to protect them from.
My eyes scanned the maps on my desk, mentally plotting out every defensive measure, every blind spot that could be used against us.
And then I heard the door open.
I didn’t need to look up to know who it was.
My heart skipped a beat as I felt the strong energy of Alexander fill the room. He had that effect on me, always had.
I glanced up, and for a moment, I was struck by how handsome he looked.
He stood there, tall and commanding in the doorway
