Silvertip Mountain So hungry

He waited patiently while she seemed to consider his words, understanding dawning. He nodded to her revelation. He wasn't offended when she mentioned Mason being the next Alpha, knowing he was always supposed to be the one to step up after Fitz. I haven't seen him since June passed. His scent is faded in the territory, he replied solemnly. It appeared as though Mason could take no more and left, though it was hard for Steady to believe that.

I agree that you deserve a higher ranking than the rest. Would you consider being Beta? he asked, wondering if she would seriously consider even the one step down. He knew she was a prideful wolf, and he didn't think it would be easy for her to admit to herself she needed to relinquish the rank of Alpha.