Chapter 19

Mark pov

Pacing through the cabin, I linked back, “Defend the pack members but try to hurt no one from the Starlight pack. They are here because of their grief. Let them see the Alpha if that is what they wish.”

“Yes Beta, but what do I tell the men? They want to defend the Alpha.” I realize this is what they train for to defend their Alpha, but the Alpha must be deserving of such loyalty. Ours is not.

“Most of the men expected this attack. They are smart and know that the made-up rogue attack story was just that. A story Alpha Thomas concocted to cover up what really happened. He lost his temper and ended his fated mate’s life.” I had to remind the warrior.

“Sir, they are upon us and asking for a higher-ranking wolf.” I could hear the worry in the warriors’ communications.