“Come in,” Talon said calmly when a knock sounded at his office door. The door opened immediately. Beta Enzo entered first, stepping aside to allow the guests to follow behind him. Alpha Charles walked in with stiff authority, his posture rigid and proud. Luna Carla followed beside him, her expression tight with displeasure. Behind them, Vanessa entered last, her chin lifted as if daring anyone in the room to challenge her. Enzo closed the door behind them and quietly took his place near the wall, though the faint smirk on his face suggested he already knew this meeting was going to be entertaining. Talon remained seated behind his desk, his posture relaxed but his presence unmistakably powerful. “Alpha Charles. Luna Carla. Vanessa,” Talon greeted evenly. He gestured politely toward

