DEREK'S P.O.V

“The vampires have declared war against us on the terms that we have held their King’s mate,” Damian said, and Axel looked up with no expression on his face.

“What do we do, Alpha?" I asked, looking at him with my eyes. He didn't say anything for some time with his head down. I knew he was trying to hold in his anger.

I waited for his response, but none was forthcoming, but I was still surprised no matter how long the new Axel’s behavior. He's no longer arrogant, he no longer destroys things when he's annoyed.

“We will fight back. I will never let that disgusting blood-sucking...