Scott POV
It was the final evening of the annual Alpha Council meeting, and the grand banquet hall was abuzz with energy. My dad and I had spent the past week here, my head swirling with names, faces, and the myriad intricacies of alliances and business opportunities that I would soon be navigating.
As I moved through the room, greeting the many Alphas and their heirs, I couldn't help but notice how smoothly Jasper moved between groups, his laughter and easy conversation a stark contrast to my own careful politeness. It was clear that Jasper already had a foothold here, his connections deep and well-nurtured.
"How do you know so many people?" I asked him during a quiet moment, genuinely curious.
Jasper shrugged, a modest smile playing on his lips. "I’ve been attending these meetings fo
