Not by a long shot. -- The silence in Alpha Taylor’s office was short-lived. Mere moments after Damon had left, a sharp knock sounded at the door. One of his warriors entered, his expression serious. "Alpha, a royal convoy has arrived at the pack’s border. They are requesting entry." Taylor’s eyes narrowed slightly. He had been expecting contact from the Nightshade royal family, but not this soon. He immediately mind-linked the border warriors. "Let them through. Escort them to the pack house with full honors." He then shifted his attention to his Beta, summoning him with an urgent mind-link. "Report to my office immediately." Within minutes, the heavy doors opened once again. This time, Alpha Taylor and his Beta stood side by side, waiting as the royal delegation entered the offic

