Garrett's POV

Finally Anila departed without a backward glance. I can't pinpoint when our relationship became so strained.

This is all my own doing, a consequence of my inability to quell the emotions I hold for her.

But as long as I stand as ALPHA, I am fated not to love her.

In fact, I'm not compelled to assume this ALPHA position, but the only path forward is to relinquish it to my missing brother, Walter. I trust he's not dead.One day, he'll return and free me from this bondage.

I read the information Anila provided at the General's office. Her work exhibits the same meticulous care, and her reports...