MARTHA POV
“Elias Ferran renounced elite warrior status by choice,” I said. “Repeatedly. In writing. He chose Wisteria. He chose his mate. He chose a career that allowed him to be present for his children. If Hollow Moon wishes to honor his legacy, I suggest they begin by respecting the life he actually built instead of the one they preferred he had wanted.”
The representative’s mouth opened.
Nothing came out.
HA!
I turned to the four Alphas feeling the taste of victory already on the tip of my tongue.
“Wisteria has never denied the boys training. It has never denied them protection, discipline, education, or opportunity. If Leo or Nico grow older and decide they want to pursue warrior training, elite placement, border patrol, healing, teaching, Council work, baking, diplomacy, or
