But things were not always easy. As the alpha of the moonstone pack, Ryan had to be a strong and decisive leader, always putting the needs of his pack before his own. It was a heavy burden, one that he bore with honor and grace. But it also meant that he was often distant and aloof, even with Cassy.
And then there was this matter of the rogue werewolf who had been causing trouble in the nearby woods. Ryan had sent a group of his best warriors to track down the rogue, but so far they had been unsuccessful. It was a source of frustration for Ryan, who prided himself on his ability to protect his pack.
One night, as they sat in the alpha's den, Cassy couldn't help but feel the tension between them. She knew that something was bothering Ryan, but he was keeping it to himself.
"Ryan, what's
