Evander
By the time the last guests finally prepared to leave, the sun had already begun sinking beneath the horizon.
Every instinct in my body had been urging me to leave hours ago, but duty had refused to release me. As Alpha, it was my responsibility to personally see every visiting Alpha, Luna, and Elder off. Normally, I wouldn't have minded. Today, however, every farewell felt like another obstacle standing between me and Mirellie. I wish that I could have passed it off to Lucas.
The final visitors were among the oldest in attendance.
Alpha Benedict and his mate, Luna Evelyn, had ruled their pack for decades. They had seen enough wars, betrayals, and mating disputes to recognize one when it stood right in front of them.
The elderly Alpha clasped my forearm before climbing into hi
