Astor’s Pov...
The Australian sun beat down, deep inside Alpha Matthew's hidden home. It wasn't a fancy place, just a simple, strong house built into the side of a rocky hill. It was surrounded by the harsh beauty of the outbacks. No one knew I was here. No one knew my father and Alpha Matthew were once as close as brothers.
I even made sure to cover every step, every trail and I didn't even tell my mate where l was going.
Alpha Matthew sat across from me, his face lined with age but his eyes sharp, like a hawk watching its prey. He'd offered me a glass of water, but it sat untouched. My hands were shaking too much to hold it steady.
"I knew this day would come, Astor," he said, his voice low and steady, pulling me from my swirling, anxious thoughts. "Our past is coming back to haunt u
