_Kieran's POV_ The morning air was crisp as I arrived at the Emerald Pack’s territory. I tapped my fingers lightly on the steering wheel as I slowed to a stop in front of the grand entrance. I exhaled deeply, rolling my shoulders before stepping out of the car. Today was a big day. Annalisa and I would choose her engagement ring. It was another step toward sealing our future together. A future I had chosen. Atlas stirred inside me. Are you sure about this? I ignored him. There was no turning back now. Two guards at the packhouse entrance nodded respectfully as I approached. One of them spoke, his voice firm but polite. “Alpha Maximus has asked to see you in the main hall, Alpha Kieran.” I raised a brow but nodded. “Lead the way.” I followed them through the wide corridors of the p

