ALEXANDER’S POV As soon as Maya lay defeated on the ground, I could see that her pride shattered before the entire camp. A satisfied growl rumbled from my wolf. We were pleased that Eliza had left no room for doubt—this was her rightful place. She was strength, she was fire, she was unstoppable. I was so proud of her. My mate was strong. I watched her with so much pride in my chest. My warrior. I wanted nothing more than to cross the distance, sweep her into my arms, and tell her how f*****g incredible she was, but we had been forced to keep our distance. Now? Now there was no reason to hide. The council dispersed. As everyone left, I could hear the murmurs of admiration spreading through the ranks. Eliza had proven herself in the best way possible. Th

