Athena:
When Alpha Gregory said no to my request, I was about to protest, but then he threatened to revoke the promise to cater for Rochelle, which silenced me.
“Now, back to business,” he said, and I forced a smile.
He adjusted his tie before turning around and walking to the bar in the room. He cleared his throat as he ran his hands over the counter.
“You know no one can break my rules and walk away free, but you chose to,” he began, and I swallowed hard as my gaze followed his every move.
“I would have meted out a very severe punishment on you because you endangered this pack, but my favorite son has taken a liking to you, so I will cut the punishment short for his sake,” he said, stopping at the edge of the counter.
“Tomorrow, the four members of the council will meet in the co
