I noticed people staring at me, and I returned to the food. I grabbed a bagel. I sat at the table reserved for higher-ranked wolves and started eating. Our beta family soon joined me. Not only them but also Olivia joined us. This was the first time I was going to be able to speak to her since the birthday party.
"I can't believe you gave up being Luna, but that is okay; I have been caring for everything in your stead."
There was something about her that made me uncomfortable. She didn't even bother to pretend to be pleasant. Thomas and Alice exchanged a look, as if they had something to tell me but were too scared to do so in Olivia's presence. I wasn't going to let them live in fear of someone who was of a lower rank. As their true leader, I would ensure they were cared for.
"You two l
