Evaline:
I let out a long, silent sigh as I stood near the back of the grand hall, letting my gaze drift across the crowded room. Every corner of the majestic space was buzzing with movement and murmured conversations.
Clusters of Alphas and their entourages were moving with careful ease, cloaked in power and political poise, exchanging calculated smiles and shallow words.
It was Saturday afternoon, and I found myself in the heart of the Nightshade Pack's territory, surrounded by some of the most powerful and politically influential wolves in the region.
Tonight was the Alpha selection ceremony. It was no ordinary gathering, but a battlefield made of polished floors, custom suits, and veiled intentions.
I was here as part of River's team - his eyes, his ghost in plain sight. I knew what I had to do... but no idea why I had to do it.
