I listened intently as Delta O’Brian spoke, the words settling heavily in the room. So, the brother he had mentioned was Lucas’s father. A small piece of the puzzle clicked into place, but it only left me with more questions.
I couldn’t help but wonder why O’Brian, who was a brother to the previous Alpha, had settled into the role of Delta rather than assuming the Alpha position himself. And why hadn’t Adam placed Lucas, the rightful heir, as the Alpha of the Element Pack?
“What happened to your brother?” I asked softly, watching as a shadow passed over his face.
Delta O’Brian’s expression darkened, and I could tell that the memory was painful. “You mean your husband didn’t tell you?” he asked, a touch of disbelief in his voice. I shook my head, and his gaze hardened, as if he were dis
