"What do you think I want to do this? Hmm? I'm this pack's beta. I need to keep moving forward to protect the family, to protect you! Don't you think I'm angry? Don't you think I'm sad or frustrated? Jace's put a lot of hard work into becoming a better beta than anyone else." Jason roared, his eyes shifting to Henry, making the young teen step back in fear. "I don't want it," Henry argued weakly, " I don't want to take his position away." Jason took deep breaths and calmed down before explaining to Henry, "I don't want it either, but as a beta wolf from the direct line of this pack's beta position. Someone needs to become the next beta when Alaric takes over the pack. " "No, I don't want to please! Dad, please Jace is right upstairs. He's right there. Please at least let it sit for tw

