Nora. My mind raced as I paced back and forth in my room, grappling with the decision of whether to go to Howard’s chamber now and offer my congratulations on his victorious battle. The realization that Howard was about to become the Alpha of the Direwood pack filled me with genuine happiness – this achievement was a dream he had long pursued, and seeing him attain it was nothing short of remarkable. Amid the internal chaos of my thoughts, I found myself resolving to put Alex's words into action – to step beyond the barriers of Howard's seemingly rough exterior. With purpose solidifying within me, I opted for a quick bath, hoping to gather my courage and put on a more relaxed attire before making my way to his chamber. The idea of approaching him while he was still in the afterglow of

