Nelson opened his mouth to respond, but Kyle laughed, a short, humorless sound. “You know what’s funny?” he said, leaning back in his chair. “Some people just never learn. I can’t believe you’re still here, Gerald, trying to plot against the Alpha again. And this time, you thought it was a good idea to bring me into it.”
Gerald’s tone grew urgent. “I brought you into this because as Delta, you have the power to make a difference. You’ve seen and fought countless wars for this pack. You understand what’s at stake. You know the value of peace. Would you rather watch Blood Crescent perish fighting against someone who actually has a rightful claim—just because of your loyalty to Alexander? Marcus...”
Kyle cut him off sharply. “Whoever Marcus is, even if he really is a Blackwell and the first
