Chapter 94

Victoria My breath caught. Gasps echoed through the hall. Garrett's defiance was no longer private—it was public, a challenge that could shatter unity if I didn't act. Leo's aura flared, crushing and suffocating. "Careful, boy," he growled. "You're one word away from forgetting your place." I stepped forward, forcing myself between them, my voice sharp as a blade. "Enough!" The pressure eased slightly, though I could feel Leo's fury vibrating at my back. I turned on Garrett first, my heart pounding. "You will remember your role. You are acting Beta of Howlthorne, not its Alpha. If you truly respect me, you won't tear this pack apart with your pride." Then I swung my gaze to Leo. "And you. This is my pack. I value your counsel, but you cannot crush my warriors under your dominance every time they question. They need to respect me, not fear you." Silence hung heavy. My wolf clawed at my chest, demanding I stand taller, louder. "Listen well. Leo is my mate, and his voice will always matte