POV: Xavier

The Council was in session when I burst into the meeting chamber. Five Alphas sat around a massive table, including Alpha Celeste and Elder Thorne. They all turned to stare at me.

"This session is private," Thorne said coldly. "Leave, boy."

"I'm not your boy," I replied, walking straight toward him. "But apparently, I am your son."

Silence fell over the room. Celeste's ancient eyes widened slightly. The other Council members exchanged shocked looks.

Thorne's face remained emotionless. "I have no idea what you're talking about."

"Don't lie." I slammed my hands on the table. "You raped my mother twenty four years ago during a visit to Silver...