LIANDREN’S POV

She said it was a favour—I knew there was always going to be a catch.

“If you need favors, I’m sure your mother is the best person you should be speaking to.”

Lucy only sighed, as if she hadn’t heard a word I said. From her movements, she didn’t hold the usual stance that showed hostility. It was low, like a candle flickering but something had changed, and it piqued my curiosity.

“What do you really want, Lucy?”

“I want you to step down from the alpha ...