“I am Fane Lupei, alpha of the Romanian pack, son of Vasile and Alina Lupei, mate of Jacquelyn Lupei, and humble servant of the Great Luna, who made me alpha of alphas.” He paused, considering his words and his motivation. Fane took a minute to evaluate his intentions, to examine his heart. His father had told him many times how easily power could corrupt. It could be something used for the betterment of others, or it could destroy not only the person wielding it but all of those in their path as well. Fane would not let the power bestowed upon him seduce him in such a way.
“For days, I have followed the laws of the Canis lupus, allowing for the challenge of my position as alpha,” he continued. “I have given every single challenger a chance to walk away. Some chose life, and others chose
