At 2 pm the next day Alpha Marcus, his Beta Lucien and 6 guards arrived at the front entrance to the Silver Cross pack house. Walking up the driveway, Lucien gave the signal for the guards to remain approximately six metres from the entrance so as to be close but not give an intimidating stance to the hosting Alpha. Walking up the steps, Lucien lifted the heavy knocker and tapped it sharply against the heavy oak door. Within a few seconds, the door was opened and Jared greeted them before ushering them inside. Both men were obviously impressed by the ornate decor of the foyer, taking in the gilded cornice, large chandelier and beautifully crafted furniture.Smiling at their barely concealed appreciation of the aesthetics, Jared said, 'Our Luna has a wonderful eye for detail, she remod