Brandon nodded, his gaze dropping to the floor, the weight of Remus’ unspoken disapproval settling heavily upon him.

Alpha Raven stepped to the front of the hall, his presence commanding immediate silence. The flickering candlelight danced across his weathered face, highlighting the lines etched by years of leadership and responsibility.

A hush fell over the assembled pack members, their attention riveted on their Alpha.

"I know it's unusual for me to call a meeting like this," he ...