Kara's POV “Kara,” Hunter said from across the room. “Come over here please.” I rose and walked toward the group, clasping my hands behind my back as I came to stand opposite my husband. “I will not accept any more commentary on Kara’s actions, or anything that does not pertain directly to your work duties, for that manner.” He looked at the rest of the deltas as he spoke, gaze lingering briefly on Laila, and for longer on Daphne. “Is that clear?” Everyone nodded. Daphne moved her lips in what might have been a “yes Alpha,” but she spoke so quietly even I couldn’t make out the words. Hunter continued: “Kara handled the situation well. That’s why she is Chief Delta. And why she has long earned your respect.” He said nothing about Maya. He turned without making eye contact with

