Ethan Sr. nodded slowly, a fierce protectiveness settling into his bones. "So we're agreed? We let the pack chase the D.R. Dares mystery. We let the Elders discover Silver's deception on their own. And we give Magnus and Dorothy the space they need."
"While watching from the shadows," Victor's smile held a wolfish edge. "It's what we do best, old friend."
"There's one more thing." The Beta hesitated, weighing his next words. "My son. Ethan. He knows about Magnus and Dorothy."
Victor's eyebrows rose sharply. "How much does he know?"
"Everything. He caught them in her studio tonight."
"And his reaction?"
Ethan Sr. allowed himself a small smile. "After the initial protective fury? He's already planning how to run interference."
"Good." The Alpha nodded approvingly. "The future Alpha an
