He had to ensure that he, and Vernon, avoided any punishments for acting without permission. For this, he was careful to do everything demanded of him.
He had lowered himself to accept the role of pack Beta. Then, he had put aside all personal relationships and bowed to a marriage with a common soldier; all to prove his dedication to the Kingdom, to the protection of their pack and country – and his obedience to his hidden masters.
A year later, his daughter came. He had not known he could feel like he had the day he held the pup. He had never been prouder. The tiny babe was his, without question – she had his eyes; she was his own.
When she was two, completely weaned off her mother, he knew it was time. If he delayed, things would get farther out of his reach.
His wife was a warrior
