Liam’s Pov

With Maxine back in her room, I turned my focus to fortifying the pack's defenses. I called a meeting with my most trusted advisors, laying out our strategy to ensure the safety of our territory.

"We need to increase patrols along the perimeter," I declared, my voice commanding attention. "I want every inch of our borders covered, day and night. We can't afford any breaches."

Nods of agreement rippled through the room as my advisors scribbled notes and exchanged knowing ...