The Hidden Traitor
At the Moonvale ruined council hall, Jacob Willows paced back and forth on the cracked floor, his hands clenched at his back.
He turned to the council chairs positioned quietly at the beginning of the hall, "This was meant to unite us," he murmured. “That Thorne’s child was expected to follow the rules.” Instead, he embarrasses my daughter in front of every other pack.
Out of the darkness, a younger figure emerged. His bright eyes shine with excitement.
“My lord, Damian Thorne has always been known to be stubborn," the messenger stated. “Yet stubbornness can be overcome.”
Jacob turned around suddenly. “But he made a mockery of my daughter.” Don't you understand? Each elder, and every warrior, now doubts her value.
The messenger's mouth formed a slight smile. “Mayb
