Chapter 9:Hidden Resources

(Grace's POV) I sat in the polished oak chair at the Winter Pack council hall, carefully arranging my features into a perfect mask of fragility. Inside, I was practically singing with victory as I watched Sarah pacing before the council members. "We must restrict Scarlett's access to our resources immediately," Sarah declared, her voice carrying the authority of her Luna position. "Until she comes to her senses and accepts her responsibilities." I lowered my gaze to hide my satisfaction. This was exactly what I'd hoped for - the final wedge between Scarlett and her birth family. Daniel leaned forward eagerly, his eyes bright with malice. "We should revoke her hunting privileges. And ban her from our sacred lands." I nodded subtly in agreement, then orchestrated a delicate cough that made several council members turn to me with concern. I pressed a hand to my chest, making sure everyone remembered my "condition." "Are you alright, dear?" Sarah asked immediately, moving to my side