A leader who inspired only kindness risked appearing weak.
One who ruled only through fear eventually lost the hearts of the people.
The greatest leaders knew how to balance both.
Compassion had meaning only when it was backed by strength.
Without power, mercy became nothing more than helplessness.
That was the lesson the Alpha King had drilled into his daughter from childhood.
Because of it, the royal princess grew into someone known for both her kindness and her ruthlessness. She could comfort the innocent without hesitation, yet destroy anyone who threatened her people just as easily.
That rare balance made countless wolves admire her.
It also painted an enormous target on her back.
Although she had not yet reached adulthood, she was already carrying responsibilities meant for
