Noah POV

The Ironshade packhouse has understated elegance. Clean lines. Quality materials. Nothing ostentatious, but everything speaks of good taste.

Two stories of well-designed architecture that balances form and function.

'Refined,' I think as I step through the entrance.

Pack members move through the halls with purpose. Everyone looks busy. Focused.

A warrior escorts me to a guest room. "Alpha Brant asks that you wait here. He'll see you shortly."

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