I was pushing him toward that. I wanted him to cheat on the council, on the war, on this pack, so the council would have a reason to abandon him when the time came.

“But she doesn’t look like that—”

Daniel cut him off, signaling to me. I stood up and walked while I swayed my hips deliberately, ensuring Karina saw it.

Daniel led the way, calling his son, who reluctantly followed. I lingered for a moment with my now-defenseless sister.

“I’m sorry, Luna.” I leaned. “I’m not coveting the alpha, but I bet… his thirst is quenched by humans.”

Karina gasped at my words. I would make her regret everything. She’d have no choice but to testify against Daniel in the council because he was trampling over her womanhood with his actions. And when Devon returned, bringing her hope, Karina would want to escape Daniel.

As for my traitor husband… the council would squeeze him dry with the evidence of his crimes.

And as for his son…

“I see you’re with someone,” Daniel said when Dacan entered with a woman by his side.

“Yes, Father. This is Kalista. My girlfriend,” Dacan said firmly.

We sat down together for dinner, quietly, while Karina silently analyzed the woman beside her son.