Chapter 30: Being Framed as a Thief

If it weren't for Sophia's father's incredible status and insane prestige, there's no way he'd get this kind of honor—an audience with the king himself. That kind of thing just didn't happen for most people.

Back in the day, Alpha Marcus's wolf pack was barely a blip on the map—a small, insignificant clan tucked away on the borders of wolf territory. Then, out of nowhere, he managed to get in with the Beta forces working under the king.

And just like that, his pack shot straight to the top, becoming one of the king's trusted allies.

That alliance was a total game-changer. It fueled the rise of Alpha Marcus's now-famous food empire—a massive conglomerate that brought together the brightest minds from across the wolf clans.

With a network like that, Alpha Marcus didn't just make money—he built a fortune so big it could rival entire kingdoms.

King Rowan, of course, didn't meddle in the nitty-gritty of everyday politics, but make no mistake: his power was absolute.