Third Person’s POV
Christine turned every word of Adide’s over in her mind.
She’de because she suspected ulterior motives.
She couldn’t be sure of much, but she knew Alpha Germain had returned to the capital iming Pandora
was ill.
They were supposed to be caring for Pandora, yet he’d first visited the ckthorn Pack.
And now, after meeting Gloria at the ckthorn Pack, he was heading to the Ironw Pack. Christine found it hard to believe there was nothing more to it.
As the future Luna of the Ironw Pack, she had her own keen insight, observational skills<b>, </b>and a knack for sensing danger.
The capital was home to many powerful packs and prestigious families.
Yet Alpha Germain didn’t seek them out–he made a beeline for the Ironw Pack.
It didn’t take much to guess why. Tad heldmand of the Southern Border Legion.
“Christine, take him at face value. Just follow the usual etiquette,” Adide said, noticing Christine’s hesitation.
She knew Christine well enough to guess what she was thinking.
Christine was quite capable, so Adide decided to give her a little more guidance.
“It’s up to you. If you think Luna Sadi is approachable and want to befriend her, that’s your choice. But if you think she’s out of your league, there’s no harm in keeping your distance,” Adide added.
Now that Adide had spelled things out, Christine understood.
She didn’t dare think further–it wasn’t her ce.
All she could do was ensure the Ironw Pack’s dealings with everyone were aboveboard.
After Christine left, Caldwell entered.
He seldom came to see Adide on his own, but he’d been keeping an eye on things since Christine arrived and had overheard part of the conversation.
“Did I strike the right bnce?” Adide asked him.
“Perfectly,” Caldwell replied with a bow. “You can’t be too explicit, Luna Adide, but <b>you </b>also <b>can’t </b><b>leave </b>thingspletely unmentioned. After all, the Southern Border’s werewolf warriors are either part of Alpha Bentley’s Legion or the Royal Army.”
Adide sighed. “Yes, that’s true. I can’t just stand idly by. But Christine is now assisting in managing <b>the </b>
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Ironw Pack. She can’t be privy to everything.”
“So, as you said, you struck the right bnce, Caldwell said before taking his leave.
Adide watched him leave, momentarily stunned.
She’d expected him to discuss the matter further, but he’d onlye in topliment her.
Caldwell wasn’t the beta of the pack, but Lance treated him as an advisor.
In reality, he managed the entire pack’s affairs, fulfilling the duties of a beta.
Beyond Caldwell, the pack should have had its own gamma, but Lance was picky and hadn’t found the right person yet.
So Caldwell took on the workload of two, which elevated his status within the pack.
Caldwell was always busy, rarely seen from morning till night.
He had a deputy, Ralph, who handled day–to–day operations. Ralph managed most of the pack’s routine affairs.
Adide sometimes felt exhausted just from meeting with various supervisors every other day to hear their endless reports.
Though she neverined, Caldwell had taken the initiative to suggest <i>that </i>Ralph screen the matters first, only reporting the essential ones to her and handling the trivial ones on his own.
He was truly considerate.
Over the past few days, Ramona had been frequently visiting the ckthorn Pack.
Naturally, this was because Paisley was learning dance from her. They’d discovered a great rapport, so Ramona was invited to the pack more often.
Adide, however, maintained a distance from Ramona.
Today, after Ramona had just left, Paisley went to the vi to see Adide.
As soon as she entered, she plopped down and said, “Ramona’s a really great person. I think you seem to take a dislike to her.”
“I’ve only met her a few times. It’s too soon to like or dislike her,” Adide said, ncing sideways at her.
She instructed, “Sophia, bring Paisley a cup of coffee. She’s all sweaty<i>. </i>Get her a towel too.”
Sophia nodded and left to <i>do </i>as asked.
As soon as Sophia left, Paisley said, “She’s convinced Hunt. He’s going to cooperate with us<b>.</b><b>” </b>
Adide thought for a moment and asked, “What’s your take on Hunt?”
“I had Wendy/check him out. He used to be exceptionally talented, but now he’s all over the ce and timid. His personality is weak and cowardly.”
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“He’s been in a mating bond with Madison for over twenty years and bullied by her for just as long, <b>Paisley </b>it’s hard for someone to muster the courage to fight back after being oppressed for so long. <b>I’m </b><b>reserving </b>judgment on him.“–
“He must be frustrated deep down. With our help, maybe he wants to turn things around. Even the most
such humiliation forever docile person has some pride. I don’t believe he’d willingly endure
“It’s certain he’s not content, but that doesn’t mean he’ll trust us. Also, don’t forget his family <b>still </b><b>relies </b><b>on </b>Madison.”
Paisley nodded. At the sound of footsteps, she immediately smiled and said, “Right? I told you Ramona’s fascinating. Next time shees, try herbat techniques with us.”
Adide rolled her eyes at her. “Fine. Since you praise her so much, I’ll join next time. <i>But </i>I bet she <b>won’t </bst three seconds against me.”