"The subject of today's gathering is that each of you must submit your market research reports and regular design submissions by the end of this lunar cycle," Felicia's voice carried through the conference room, precise and commanding, her words slicing the air like a wolf's teeth. "Anastasia and Alice, prepare yourselves to participate in the jewelry competition at the month's close."
Alice's lips curled in irritation, her pack instincts bristling. "Felicia, isn't there a rule in the pack hierarchy that outsiders cannot wander into our territory at will? Why do Anastasia's family, friends, and… her mate, get to enter freely? It's not in line with the Alpha's code!"
Felicia shifted uneasily, glancing at me with that subtle hesitation humans mistake for indecision. "Anastasia, remind your mate not to frequent the pack grounds so often. Even gifts like flowers can disrupt the balance and unsettle other pack members."
