Thanks to Alpha Marko's reasoning, Shadow would definitely have no reason to visit the other packs in the werewolf realm, as there was nothing of interest for him there. He wanted Scarlett, and since she was in Black Claw, this would be the location where he would begin the war. Scarlett realized that with him coming here, this was not the most secure place for the boys. He may attempt to utilize them for his advantage once more. She had to remove them to a location that would ensure their safety.

She talked about her intentions with Zachary, who agreed and then inquired about whom she would like to assign...