Alpha Matthias' POV The stroll I took around the pack perimeter earlier in my wolf form gave me a good look at the security…or lack of it. It wasn’t terrible, but it was clear that the Alpha had been handling things personally. That kind of hands-on approach worked in some cases, but it left too many gaps. It wasn’t a surprise that the rebels had slipped through so easily. I needed to put a better system in place, something that could function smoothly without me constantly overseeing it. A well-oiled routine that didn’t rely on one person knowing every little detail. The night air had been cool, and after checking the border, my wolf decided to stay out a little longer. We found a quiet spot with a good view, letting the fresh breeze wash over us. It was one of those rare moments wher

