Shawn could see the devastation in Lilith’s eyes, masked beneath a fragile smile. His daughter—his princess—had been humiliated. And in the ruthless world of werewolves, where reputation defined power, gossip could get a legacy.

He sighed. “Do you want to transfer schools?”

Lilith hesitated, then looked up, wide-eyed. “I want to find Justin. Can I go with him?”

Shawn’s brows furrowed. “You want to join the entertainment industry?”

That world was one he didn’t trust—cutthroat, scandal-ridden. He had fought with Justin about it for years. But the boy had made a name for himself, carving out his own empire under flashing lights and viral cameras.

Selene’s voice was sharp with...