VANCE.
As I walk into my study, dreading the conversation I am about to have, I wonder at all the events that have happened to bring me to this point.
Taking my seat, I stare up at Cody, who is standing at attention, body tense and tightly sprung.
He has been my closest friend since childhood. Forget what I said to Tammy, it would hurt if I had to kill him too.
"Cody," I start, looking him dead in the eye.
"Alpha."
"I want you to be very honest. I am only going to have this discussion once, and should I find that you lied to me in the future, I promise you, I will kill you where you stand."
"Yes, Alpha."
"Good. Tell me the truth. Did you know about the actions of your father? And Tammy?"
He takes a deep sigh before answering.
"I knew about my father's act. I was convinced that he
