The next afternoon, the pounding of hooves echoed across Dam-Nighade Pack’s courtyard. A Rider bearing Damian’s crest reined his horse to a sharp halt before alpha Theo’s estate. Dust swirled as the guards saluted and escorted him inside.
Theo was in the council chamber, reviewing training reports of newly recruited warriors with Matt and Jihoo when the Rider entered and presented the sealed letter. The crimson wax of Damian’s insignia gleamed under the torchlight, and a ripple of unease passed through the room.
Theo dismissed the officials and broke the seal with steady fingers, though his jaw tightened as his eyes scanned the contents.
The words were firm, decisive—pure Damian.
Rina’s Luna crowning ceremony was to be arranged without delay. The letter further emphasized the need for
