Selene pov

“So the first lady is Lady Cassy,” Maria said, pointing to the top name on the list.

I didn’t tell her I could read.

“She’s a beta wolf,” Maria continued. “A skilled healer. She is a bit quiet but smart. Knows a lot about pack history and rituals. She’ll be useful.”

I nodded slowly, already picturing her face in the group. I wasn’t looking for status. I needed people who knew what they were doing.

“The next lady is Lady Alexa,” Maria said.

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