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CHAPTER 28: Alpha Trials

Author: Abel
last update publish date: 2026-02-26 01:48:19

Two months before the official Alpha ceremony, Marcus dropped a bomb.

“Traditional pack law requires Alpha candidates to pass three trials,” he announced during the council. “To prove they are worthy of leadership.”

Darius went very still beside me. Trials? You did not mention trials.

“Because I did not think we would need them. But Carson from Riversong formally challenged your ascension. Claimed you are too young and your mate is too weak.” Marcus looked apologetic. “Pack law says if an Alpha
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