Jace 's POV
The Alpha Council Investigation Department was never dull. I'd been part of the team for a month, adapting quickly to my role. My colleagues appreciated my methods, especially my partnership with Senior Investigator Magnus. We'd become friends, supporting each other whenever possible. He treated me like a son—a dignified man with an impeccable career and spotless reputation. My only frustration was our failure to capture Howard yet.
"Morning, sir!" I walked into Magnus's office carrying a box of cheese croissants that he adored.
"My boy, you're a lifesaver!" He grinned broadly. "Everyone here says so. For that alone, I'll give you something special with your coffee."
Magnus stood, poured two cups of coffee and handed one to me. He settled back in his chair, bit into a crois
