Gideon’s POV
I have seen and dealt with many Alphas a lot of times, but few made me curious about them the way Justin Royce did.
He is quite intelligent behind his calm composure, he had a confidence that didn’t just demand respect but commanded it naturally without any force. Even my wolf who is usually quick to
growl protectively at foreign dominance just watched him with cautious interest and curiosity instead of hostility and threat.
But still, there was something about him that didn't add up. Most Alphas came to negotiate for land, for trade, for soldiers. But Justin? He’d come with warmth of friendliness in his voice and desperation and sorrow behind his eyes. When I asked him directly why he sought an alliance, he didn’t hesitate.
He looked me in the eyes, his gaze was calm and
