Ryder was enraged by Nora's statements by the time he arrived at the Zodak pack hall for the celebration prepared by Alpha Alex to celebrate his arrival. Many attractive damsels made signals and threw themselves at him. It made him giggle as he recalled the limitless number of ladies who thought they could tame and mate him, only to get fascinated with his physique and be discarded when he grew bored of them. As the party continued, other attractive women piqued his interest, and he resolved that if he couldn't have Nora at his side tonight, he'd vent his frustration on them in bed. Ryder didn't like Alpha Alex, but he was impressed by the splendor of the party.
Alex was powerful and ruthless, but not at his level. However, Ryder was aware that he needed to be restrained lest he develop w
