Athena's eyes narrowed her mind racing with possibilities. "Riven, why does the rival pack want to attack Jasper? What's their motive?"
Riven hesitated, looking around nervously before answering. "They... they want to take advantage of Jasper's weakness. He doesn't have a mate yet, and they see that as a vulnerability."
Jasper's ears folded back, his expression darkening. "My personal life is none of their concern."
Riven nodded hastily. "I know, I know. But they believe that if they can defeat you, Alpha Jasper, they can take over our pack and claim our territory for themselves."
Athena's growl rumbled in her throat. "And what about Brody's role in all this? Is he working with the rival pack?"
Riven nodded again. "Yes, he is. He's been secretly meeting with their alpha, planning this
