As soon as David walked in and spotted the council member he knew nothing good was about to happen. He held out his hand to greet the elder. As always the man showed no emotion and gave no inclination as to the reason for his arrival.

"Good afternoon. To what do I owe this pleasure?" David tried to keep the air light.

"Will you take in James and Marilyn Bishop as members of your pack?"

David's heart sunk. The unthinkable had happened. Clara's mate was the new alpha. David nodded.

"Marilyn escorted her mate directly to your doctor. He suffered several injuries, but is expected to make a full recovery....