As the weeks passed, Jane began to notice a change in Alpha Ken. He was quieter than usual, and he seemed distracted. One day, she finally asked him what was troubling him. He looked at her, his eyes full of sorrow, and said, "I am afraid, Jane. I am afraid of what the future holds for us." Jane was taken aback. Alpha Ken had always been so strong and confident, and she had never seen him like this before. She asked him what he meant, and he told her of his fears. "I fear that one day, you will be harmed because of me," he said. Meanwhile, Alpha Charles was not content to let Jane go so easily. He was determined to get her back, and he began to plot his revenge. He gathered his most loyal followers and told them of his plan. "We will take Jane back, by force if necessary," he said. "She d