Two hours earlier Brooke had been sitting opposite Alec in the kitchen. They were eating in silence. "I'm going to tell you something, but don't let it give you any false hope," Alec said suddenly. "I'm telling you because you deserve to know."

Brooke frowned. "What is it?"

"Your Alpha, Greyson. He's alive."

Brooke blinked. She dropped her cutlery in shock. "You're joking. I know you're siding with Rogue, but you're not a horrible person, Alec. This isn't something to lie about."

"I promise you, I'm not lying," Alec said. "He was never dead."

"Oh my gosh," Brooke whispered. She couldn't help but grin. "That's wonderful news! Indie is going...