Chapter 26: A Fragile Fate

**Benard Walter’s Perspective** The idea of an Alpha's mate being a weak human was unbearable. It was a notion so absurd and humiliating that I had buried it deep within my thoughts. How could I, an Alpha, accept someone so frail and unfit for leadership? If I acknowledged such a mate, the entire pack would be ridiculed. The very image of our strength would crumble. “Alright, Benard. You’ve done enough for today,” my mother urged gently, her voice tinged with concern. I ignored her plea and continued to pore over the endless documents before me. I had never enjoyed this administrative part of my role, and yet, it was an unavoidable responsibility. “I’ll go to bed once I finish these,” I muttered, unwilling to meet her gaze. My father, ever the stern and composed figure, stepped forward and interrupted my excuses. His tone was firm, carrying the authority of years of experience. “Enough of this, Benard. You’re going to rest now. And tomorrow, you’re leaving for the nearby