The two men looked at each other, then the Beta nodded. "Guilty as charged, Chairman, but we request to make a statement prior to sentencing."

"Proceed." I nodded to the guards, and they pulled them to their feet.

"We did not want to be part of this, but we did not have a choice, either. Our Pack was in trouble, the Alpha had lost money gambling and our homes were about to be foreclosed on by the bank. Beta Shura promised enough money to forgive the debt if we participated."

"Did you kill anyone in the attack, Beta?"

He nodded. "I did my job, sir. I only regret what I...