6

"Holden, have you completely lost your scent? Why was this strike authorized without my howl?"

"Because if we had waited another moon, Sloane, Ava would have ripped our throats out first. She is a master of the long game. The South Korean scouts caught her red-handed with that pup at the cathedral. Why hesitate when we can bury her now?"

"I don't like my enforcers making executive kills without my word. But... you aren't wrong. If H World stays silent while the territory tears her apart, there will be nothing left for her to crawl back to."

"She won't recover this time. I have a whole cache of silver aimed at her heart. If she tries to fight the 'lust' narrative, I’ll release the next batch. No one is coming to save a she-wolf who betrays her own pack's image."

"I knew it. She acts like a lunar goddess on the runway, but she's just a stray looking for heat."

"Every time she leaves the Blackwood territory, she vanishes from the agency's radar. She isn't in the hotel? She's definitely in some foreigner's den satisfying her urges."

"Remember that interview at Nova Star? She was practically marking that mystery male with her eyes. I bet she's a mistress to some high-ranking Alpha. Just another status-climbing bitch."

"Her 'High EQ' is just a mask for her predatory nature. Look at the photos! She’s practically begging that male model to claim her."

"Let her stay in London. We don't want her tainted blood back in our woods."

"Jordan, keep the perimeter tight. The media is circling like vultures and H World is feeding them our location."

"The agency isn't just staying quiet, Alpha. Holden is actively confirming the 'instability' of Ava's character. They've abandoned her."

"They want the territory to finish what they started. Lisa, check the digital feeds. See how deep the silver has gone."

"It’s bad, Zephaniah. My neck is burning just reading these insults. They’re calling her a traitor to the blood."

"Give me the device. And listen to me—Ava does not see this. Her focus is the JK finale. If she scents this filth, her stride will break. Do you understand?"

"I understand. I'll keep her shielded."

"Sloane Pierce, you really are a cold-blooded Alpha. It’s a tragedy, truly. A female fights so hard for your banner, and you're the one who tarnishes her name until it’s nothing but ash."

"Ava Hart is a casualty of her own arrogance, Zephaniah. If she had been an obedient pup, she would have a throne by now. She chose to be opinionated. She chose to lead. This is the price of a failed coup."

"She only wanted to run, Sloane. She never wanted to challenge your territory. I actually feel pity for you."

"What is that supposed to mean?"

"Did you push Sabrina to her death the same way? Was her reputation also a sacrifice for your ego?"

"You of all people should know why Sabrina died. As for Ava? I'm throwing her into the abyss. There is no return from this."

"I have nothing left to say to you. Enjoy the silence, Sloane."

"Eric? You're back in the Vale Hills already?"

"I just stepped into the office. The digital feeds are screaming, Zephaniah. Why is my mate's name being dragged through the mud?"

"I'm keeping her in the dark. She’s practicing for the finale. I won't let Sloane's rot touch her spirit. Also... I have something. A recording. Sloane admitted to the defamation. She admitted she’s doing this to destroy Ava's future."

"Guard her with your life. Send me the file immediately."

"I'm sending it now. Eric... I mentioned Sabrina. I think Sloane is repeating a murder."

"I’ll deal with the past. You handle her present. Send the audio."

"Jordan, take this file. I want this recording pinned to every digital billboard and news feed in the territory. It stays at the top for one month."

"One month, Alpha? That will bankrupt H World's reputation. They won't survive the cycle."

"That is the point. The headline should read: [The Truth Behind the Hunt: Ava Hart is Being Flayed for Refusing a Leash]."

"Understood. I'll have the media teams break down her specific threats into viral clips. We'll make sure Sloane Pierce becomes the most hunted name in the industry."

"She wanted to show Ava what ultimate power looks like? Fine. I will show her mine. If anyone tries to buy those slots or bury the story, double their offer. Triple it. I want H World’s funeral to be the only thing the pack sees for the next thirty days.