The debate grew heated in the middle of the old hall, thick with tension. The eyes of the other alpha candidates were fixed on Evans, who stood tall, refusing to back down an inch from his stance.

“I don’t care what any of you say. Jeanice is my chosen woman. I won’t change that decision just for ambition and a title.”

Evans’ voice was cold and sharp, echoing throughout the room.

Ghazi sneered, then stepped forward. “You forget your place, Evans. The Alpha title isn’t just an inheritance. It’s a responsibility to the pack. And you're ignoring all of our interests—for a human?”

“She may be human, but she means...