Chapter 298: An Old Acquaintance From Hell

**Benard Walter’s Perspective** There was nothing remarkable about my days as a leader. In fact, they were far from the dreams I once had. When I first assumed the mantle of Alpha, I was filled with pride and a sense of purpose. But as the years dragged on, that initial enthusiasm faded. The daily grind of leadership became monotonous, a relentless cycle of negotiations, administrative duties, and strategizing for the future of the Shadow Pack. The freedom I once cherished felt like a distant memory. A wild wolf still lived within me, yearning for open fields and the freedom to roam. Yet reality demanded I remain tethered to my desk, wrestling with balance sheets, signing documents, and engaging in battles over resources with other packs. The Shadow Pack remained a strong and prosperous community, but it had become something I had never envisioned. This internal conflict gnawed at me relentlessly. The weight of responsibility bore down on me, while a longing for something m