Alexander’s POV

As I pulled back, I could see the shock and disbelief in Tyler and Jake's eyes. They had never expected me to take such a drastic step, to mark Sophia as my own. But I would do whatever it took to ensure her safety and happiness.

“No, damn it!” Tyler and Jake shouted in unison.

Tyler's voice was filled with anger as he scolded me. "You've gone too far, werewolf. This is a violation of everything we stand for."

Jake nodded in agreement, his expression just as furious. "You'll regret this."

But before they could react, before they could make a move against me, Ethan stepped forward, his...