CEDAR Ninebark was known for being a mostly peaceful pack. In the past three decades, following the end of my grandfather’s rule, we barely suffered any attacks, save for groups of rogues trying to enter our territory to steal resources every now and then. We didn’t have problems with any other packs, and we had a lot more allies than enemies. However, it seemed our period of peace had officially come to an end. After my Beta’s rather unsettling welcome, my plans to enjoy the remainder of my Saturday evening quietly with my mate were ruined. Instead, we marched straight to my office, along with the rest of our team. Once behind doors, we could discuss the pressing issue in private to avoid creating panic. “Now, tell me. What exactly happened in my absence?” I demanded to know, looking