Lucian arrived at the expansive estate, the sprawling grounds were illuminated by soft lights, the air crisp and quiet save for the crunch of gravel beneath his boots. As he approached the main entrance, his Beta, Kael, stood waiting by the door, his posture stiff and his expression unreadable.
“Kael,” Lucian greeted, his voice low and commanding. “You’re waiting for me outside. What’s going on?”
Kael inclined his head respectfully. “Alpha, your mother is here... and she’s brought the elders with her.”
Lucian froze mid-step, his sharp eyes narrowing. “The elders?” His voice carried a dangerous edge. “I told you it was only supposed to be my mother. No one else.”
Kael shifted uncomfortably but held his ground. “The elders arrived unexpectedly, Alpha. Your mother didn’t inform me until t
