I wish I could say I had it all under control. I wish I could pretend that everything went smoothly the moment we stepped foot into Alpha Rowan’s territory. But no—what unfolded during our visit was nothing short of a mess, and I was right at the center of it.
It all started when we arrived at Alpha Rowan’s pack. His territory was far more intimidating than I’d imagined, with towering gates and stern warriors guarding every corner. The air held a tension that should have warned me to stay cautious, to keep my head low and behave, but I didn’t listen. Instead, I was determined to prove myself.
We were supposed to be guests, a friendly visit to build bridges between our packs. But right from the start, I got in the way. It began in the training grounds. The moment I saw the warriors sparri
