Lyra’s POV

We left the patrol ground as soon as the midnight operation team arrived. These were the most respected patrol guards in the pack because of the long hours they work.

“Master would like to see you,” my personal guard informed me as soon as I returned to my office. He didn't even spare me a minute to rest. “He told me to inform you as soon as you are back in your office.”

He definitely knew I'd been absent throughout the whole day without receiving a formal order from ...