Third Person's POV
"Must you fill your ears with such trivialities?" he said, moving the black knight chess piece.
"I usually ignore gossip. But as your brother, and with Lycan Clarissa's concern, I'm obliged to ask. Do you intend to seek a breeder?"
"No plans."
Lance looked up, grinned, "After years of war, my health isn't the best. Digby's still helping me recover. One mate is handful enough; adding a breeder would be beyond my capacity."
Lycan Erasmus rolled his eyes, "Nonsense. As a Lycan, you're robust. Are you implying I can't handle it?"
"How dare I critique you? Moreover, your role in royal Lycan reproduction justifies having more breeders. It's common for Alphas to have several."
"Reproduction is your duty too, as royal family."
Lance chuckled, "I planned to live alone, fe
