THIRD POV
For several moments, no one spoke after Jason's declaration.
The confidence in his voice did little to ease the concern inside the council chamber. In a normal situation, such confidence might be a good way to encourage the pack.
But this was way beyond the need for encouragement. This situation required immediate action.
Everyone present understood what he was refusing to say. They knew that even Jason himself didn't believe his own statement.
This was not the time for Silver Hollow to stand alone. Silver Hollow needed help.
The only question was whether Jason was willing to accept it.
Elder Vincent leaned forward slightly, his face looking too calm for the level of annoyance he was feeling at the moment.
"Alpha Jason."
Jason looked toward him.
Vincent held his gaze.
