MAYA
Even after all these years, Tobias was still the same. Panic surged through me. Without thinking, I ducked low, practically diving into Finn's lap to hide.
"Beta Tobias," Beta Alaric called from the driver's seat, rolling down his window. "To what do we owe this visit from the Obsidian Throne? You're a long way from home. A report could've sufficed."
"I know," Tobias replied with an easy chuckle. "But Luna Seraphina personally requested the Lycan Leader's presence. After Alpha Darius's sacrifice, saving Elder Thorne Ashvale, Kael feels obliged, especially given the debt owed."
"I see," Alaric said in a neutral tone.
Why would Mom request Kael?
I pressed closer to Finn, willing Tobias to leave.
Finn stirred awake, blinking groggily at my awkward position. "Maya? What's wrong? W
