The sanctuary buzzed with nervous energy as dawn broke over the compound. Wolves moved with purpose through the grounds, cleaning, organizing, preparing for scrutiny. The Council investigation was set to begin in three days, and everyone knew what was at stake.
I stood in the main hall, watching Riley help Maya organize medical records while Kai sorted through intake files. Three months ago, these wolves had been broken, terrified. Now they moved with confidence, determined to prove the sanctuary's worth.
"Willow." Duke's voice was tight as he entered, Victoria close behind. "We have a problem."
My hand instinctively went to my stomach, where our pup had been particularly active this morning. "What kind of problem?"
"Iris's sister." Duke's jaw clenched. "She's fourteen. Her mate, if yo
