the definitive proof that he was not fit to assume the role of alpha. Our father had crowned

within me. I knew I had the necessary qualities to lead our pack,

ment to reveal my concerns to the clan. I planned to argue that tradition should be

aved as an alpha. He seemed enamored with his new position, but he lack

was struggling with his decisions and maintaining order. Internal con

y concerns. They also saw the importance of following traditions and

ed my concerns about Lucas's choice as alpha. I argued that as the older brother, I had the

ip was necessary. After all, it was not just a dispute between

d challenges to demonstrate our abilities and competence as alphas. It was an opport

er, by falling in love with a human, hand

iolated our most fundamental code of conduct. As wolves, we have an ancient tradition of av

shocked and disappointed. He had betrayed our pack and

ed with the human he was in love with, so he would be removed from hi

hat some elder wolves agreed that the pack leader should not have been chosen solely based on influence but through tests t

soon as he was removed from his position as alpha, my name was raised. I couldn't contain my happiness, but I couldn't let my

on washed over me. On one hand, I felt momentary satisfaction seeing him expe

as he believed I would be a fair and skilled leader. However, I kept the fact that I orchestrated his discovery with t

self and others that I was capable of leading with wisdom and integrity. The path ahead woul

man. Despite our troubled past, I recognized his skills and loyalty. Furthermore, I knew that havi

damental part of my leadership. I explained that I recognized his worth and potential as a

mix of mistrust and hope in his expression. He questioned my intentions

had faced, I saw him as a valuable partner. I explained that our clan needed uni

d that he also desired the best for our pack and saw the opportunity to

also as a way to keep a close eye on him. Despite our new partnership and commitment

ut I had to be cautious with my ac