Chapter .22.

"There's too much risk in loving." The young boy said. "No." Said the old man. "There's too much risk in not." ~ A T T I C U S  *** "Quiet!" The voices died down as Stephen turned to his Alpha. Jay kept his surprise inside as he stood and faced the group. He read the weekly report, gave updates on the warriors and their conditions- congratulated the parents whose sons and daughters were moving up a level in training. Then he allowed Stephen, his new Beta, to address the pack on the condition of his sister. "Grace is doing good. John has stepped down as Beta to be by her side. I have taken over the responsibilities and have been promoted to be the new Beta. Thank you." One pack member stood up, "Is this permanent or will Beta John be placed back as the Beta when the pups are born?" "John," Stephen said between clenched teeth, "as of now, is no lo