Sophia’s POV – Starry Moon Pack, Packhouse Grounds The **Starry Moon Pack** was different in every possible way. Power **pulsed** through this place—woven into its very foundation, present in every wolf that moved through the grand estate. Unlike my father’s pack, where politics and wealth dictated influence, **strength was everything here**. And Nicholas? He was their **undisputed king**. I had spent the last three days **trapped** in this place, healing from my injuries, and enduring the **silent judgment of his people**. They didn’t trust me. They didn’t want me here. And I wasn’t exactly **thrilled** to be here either. But the moment Nicholas carried me through the packhouse doors, **things changed**. **Whispers. Stares. Questions.** Nicholas had made no

