Malakai
I glanced over at Wulfgar, ready to shift the conversation to a more practical concern. “So, the pack doctor—what’s the situation with our hospital arrangements? We’re spread thin as it is, and—”
A sharp knock interrupted me, and Ry appeared at the door. His face was set with that expression—usually meant trouble.
I knew what was coming already.
“Alpha,” he said in a calm but urgent voice. “The elite vipers have called for an immediate meeting. You’re required to attend.”
My jaw clenched involuntarily. Just what I needed—a summons to listen to their posturing and rambling. It took every bit of my willpower not to show my exasperation. “Let me guess,” I muttered dryly, “this couldn’t possibly wait.”
Ry hesitated, clearly sensing my mood. "I'm afraid not. They've specifically r
