Chapter Forty-Three: The Council

Maya and Alex had been working hard for months, reaching out to other alpha wolves and building their network of sanctuaries. They had succeeded in creating a safe haven for werewolves all over the world, a place where they could find shelter, support, and a sense of belonging.

But despite their success, Maya couldn't shake off a nagging feeling of unease. She knew that there was something they were missing, something that could make their network even stronger.

One night, as she and Alex were sitting on their porch, watching the stars, she broached the subject.

"Alex, do you ever feel like we need something more?...