Kane’s POV:

 

I watched in silence as Nadia fought the spy allegations. I could have shut it down instantly, but this was a perfect test to see how she handled pressure.

Then, a voice shattered the quiet, unleashing pure chaos.

"The heir to the Moon Goddess bloodline!"

My head snapped toward the shout, zeroing in on a young wolf. A guy with hard eyes and blond hair.

Derek Silvercrest. Heir to the Silvercrest Pack, and a guest at my gala.

He was here on a diplomatic mission. Like most heirs I knew, he was weak but brash.

But his posture shifted as he stared at Nadia. Shock washed over his...