After pondering over the matter for a while, Vladimir made his decision. The secret of the crown weighed heavily on his conscience, and he knew he couldn't carry it alone.
He would speak about it to Voren secretly, in private, when the moment was right. But for now, he forced a warm smile onto his weathered face and welcomed the couple properly.
"Co-Alpha and Co-Luna, you are welcome." His voice carried across the gathered crowd, strong and clear.
The pack members clapped, their hands coming together in polite applause, but their cheers weren't as great as they had been for Seraphine.
It was clear that they were still confused about the new arrangement, still uncertain about what these newcomers meant for their pack structure.
Whispers rippled through the crowd like wind through wheat, curious and cautious.
