Chapter 37: Threats and Terminations
(Lucian's POV)
Kane fell silent at my growl, his scent shifting with anxiety. The drive continued in tense silence for several minutes before he cautiously spoke again.
"Alpha, there's another matter requiring your attention."
I exhaled slowly, reining in my irritation. "What is it?"
"The Stone Ridge pack has sent a formal communication. Alpha Magnus's daughter, Sophia, and her family are formally withdrawing her consideration as your potential mate."
The news should have pleased me, yet I felt nothing. Sophia Blake had been one of several potential mates pushed on me by ambitious pack leaders seeking stronger alliances. I had never seriously considered her.
"Is that so?" I continued turning the small first-aid kit in my hands, Elara's sce
