Chapter 344: Surprise or Shock

**Thelma Zane’s Perspective** Benard was one of my father’s most trusted ministers. He had dedicated his life to the werewolves, and his loyalty and hard work earned him the respect of many. His silent pride was something I had always tolerated because it was never misplaced. However, not everyone commanded the same level of respect in my eyes—certainly not the Evalia family. What were they but a lineage of individuals coasting on their ancestors' achievements? They thrived on the wealth and prestige built by those who came before them, contributing little themselves. Normally, I wouldn’t bother with their trivial antics, but they had crossed the line when they attempted to meddle in the Spring Rain Pack’s affairs. I had refrained from taking action out of respect for Emma and her father, the Earl of Marlowe, but their audacity had gone too far. My restraint wasn’t a sign of fear, but they seemed to misunderstand it as such. When Emma’s parents discovered her relationship with