Eric’s Pov As soon as Gerald had finished speaking, the elders burst into my chambers. They looked angry and tired. The smell of old carpet and burning candles lingered in the air. I could feel the weight of their anger even before they began to speak. Nathan was the first to step forward. He always stood straight, like a soldier ready to fight. He walked close to me and let out without hiding his anger, “Your Highness, today caused a lot of trouble. All because of Aiden.” His voice was sharp and piercing. “How could he not show up on the day of his wedding?” Jaron shouted. His face had turned red. “He left Cassandra on the altar and did not show up to marry her. How do we explain that to the other packs?” John bowed his head a little with a heavy face. “Your Highness, if Aiden will no

