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CHAPTER THIRTY NINE

Author: Judith GW
last update Last Updated: 2025-08-26 14:02:57

Jason’s POV

Later that afternoon, I summoned Roy, my top warrior, and Henry, my trusted beta, into the war chamber.

Henry arrived first. I found him lounging casually against the edge of the map table, arms folded across his chest. “What is this about, Alpha?” he asked.

“Plans for the future,” I replied, and Henry nodded.

Roy arrived a few minutes later. We heard his heavy steps before he entered the chamber. His gray-streaked hair was combed neatly back, and he wore the black uniform of Shadowclaw’s chief warrior.

“Alpha. Beta,” he greeted.

I stood at the head of the table. “The warriors have been slacking,” I said flatly. “Daily drills will be reinstated immediately, double the frequency. Shadowclaw is preparing to rise, and we can’t do that with a lazy pack.”

Roy gave a single nod. “Understood, Alpha. I will see to it personally.”

I turned to Henry. He nodded firmly. “I will assist Roy to make it happen.”

“Good,” I said. “From now on, every patrol goes armed, and every border is re
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