Third Person's POV
Watching Velda storm out, Isaiah sighed helplessly.
"It is what it is. Let's wait for Ulrik to return before discussing further," he said slowly.
After a pause, he added, "Though Ulrik's name isn't on the merit list, he's invited to the banquet. He must have contributed something, perhaps not significant enough for the list."
Rosemary felt slightly relieved.
But recalling Velda's insolence, her anger flared again. She muttered, "Frankly, compared to Adelaide, she's utterly inferior."
Isaiah cast her a glance. "And who used to criticize Adelaide? I always thought highly of her. As the Bloodmoon Pack's Luna for a year, she worked tirelessly for you. When she subsidized the pack from the Frostfang Pack's assets, she didn't hesitate."
"Moreover, she often gifted Tamar
