Alpha Karren’s POV The full moon cast its silver glow over the gathering grounds, illuminating the hundreds of werewolves assembled before me. The air was thick with tension, a restless energy simmering beneath the surface. I stood at the center, my posture rigid, my mind sharp. As their sovereign leader, it was my duty to address them, to ensure the survival of our kind. The drums of the council sounded in deep, rhythmic beats, signaling the start of the assembly. A sea of glowing eyes turned to me, their expectant gazes filled with uncertainty. I inhaled deeply, letting the cool night air settle in my lungs before speaking. "Tonight, we stand at a turning point in our history," I declared, my voice carrying across the crowd, strong and unwavering. "For centuries, we have lived in hos

