I don't want to rule them, I project, the thought carrying a deep, bone-weary exhaustion. I just want to raise my children. I just want to teach the wolves how to hold their power without breaking the world.
Kade’s arm tightens around me. He presses a kiss to the top of my head.
Then don't rule them, he says softly. Guide them. Be the anchor, not the crown. We will build the schools. We will teach the children. We will let the Council handle the politics.
I let out a long, slow breath, feeling the tension drain from my shoulders. You would do that? Give up the Alpha seat to teach?
I am not giving up the Alpha seat, Kade says, a hint of amusement coloring his mental tone. I am expanding it. Kieran can handle the day-to-day governance. He was born for it. My job is to protect you. And to
