The Oregon Pride Pack had always been her husband's domain to rule and hers to steward with unyielding grace. Someday, Zion would inherit that same mantle of leadership, which was precisely why the family had convened tonight—to orchestrate his coronation as Alpha prince and heir to his father's throne.
"My dearest son..." Elvira's eyes settled on him, her lips curving into a dramatic smile brimming with pride. "Zion will be crowned Alpha prince in just 27 days. I've gathered us all because I need you—we need you—as a family to stand with us and help prepare for this momentous occasion. Your wisdom, your experience, your connections... they'll ensure his coronation, his crowning, and his wedding unfold without flaw."
The word "wedding" hung in the air like a thunderclap, drawing every gaze to Zion in an instant.
