Ethan´s POV

As the sun dipped below the horizon and cast long shadows over the pack's territory, the tense competition to determine the new alpha male came to a dramatic conclusion. The magician's son, the product of Aline's union with the enigmatic wizard, emerged as the victor. It was a bittersweet moment, as Paty's son had given his best and displayed remarkable skills and determination.

Seeing the disappointment in Paty's son's eyes tugged at my heart. He had been well-prepared and had shown remarkable strength, but in the end, the magician's son had secured the position.

The pack members, bound by tradition and the necessity of choosing the most capable...