Kaius knew that no one had expected this. This announcement had not been hinted at or discussed outside the immediate family. He could see the unspoken questions in their eyes.
Markus turned to him. “Kaius, the floor is yours.”
Kaius stood, his tall frame commanding attention effortlessly. His piercing blue eyes swept across the room, meeting the gazes of leaders, warriors, and nobles alike. When he finally spoke, his voice was calm but firm.
“I want to thank each of you for being here tonight,” he began, nodding respectfully. “Your presence, your unwavering support, means everything to our family and our pack.”
A few murmurs of agreement followed, but the tension remained thick in the air.
Kaius inhaled deeply before continuing. “As my father mentioned, I have an important announceme
