Some gave almost imperceptible nods.
It was a reasonable suggestion.
No one could deny that.
Before Jason could respond, Vincent spoke again.
"Ordinarily, I would agree completely," Vincent said.
His tone remained calm.
"Unfortunately, that option became considerably more difficult after our Alpha chose to distance Silver Hollow from most of those very allies."
The room grew noticeably quieter.
Vincent continued without raising his voice.
"Several alliances have grown strained over the past few months. Some were neglected. Others were ended entirely."
He looked directly at Jason.
"And a few were damaged beyond repair because of unnecessary confrontations."
Jason's jaw clenched.
Vincent did not stop.
"If we had maintained those relationships like your father, the former Alpha,
