Penelope Rogue Pack POV
“He activated every hidden intelligence channel and media mouthpiece under the Blue-Claw Pack control.”
My brother Cooper stared out from the glowing screen on my desk. His face held a knowing, cold smile. The pixels cracked slightly as he leaned forward, shifting his weight.
“His goal is simple, Penelope. Melvin wants to force you to surrender. He wants to use your reputation as leverage to get the Ancestor Fang back.”
I looked down at my knuckles, tracing the pale skin over the bone.
“What a clever move,” I said.
I did not let the anger hit my face. I forced a laugh, making it drop flat in the quiet room.
“Father is already aware,” Cooper said. “And he is furious. But he told me to pass along a message. This is your war. He will not interfere.”
He paused,
