"Oh." That was the only word that left my lips.
"Well," my father said with a chuckle, "we thought it was for the best. Your mother and I plan to settle somewhere peaceful while you both handle the pack's affairs."
I nodded slowly, a small smile tugging at my mouth. "And it seems someone's happy to hand over the responsibilities," I teased, and his laughter filled the room.
"Well, my son is all grown now, with a Luna by his side," he said proudly. "I know that whatever challenges come, you'll both face them together. It's the right time, Osborne."
I agreed with him; truthfully, I had been managing most of the pack matters already. My eyes shifted to Aina, sitting poised and graceful beside me-my perfect Luna.
"Are you certain you're ready for the responsibilities, Aina?" my mother ask
