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Dax, the young Alpha of the northern pack, decided to organize a grand party at the prestigious grand lodge in honor of his late father. The air was filled with a mix of celebration and remembrance as pack members gathered to pay tribute to their fallen patriarch.

Among the attendees was Marcus, Dax's trusted counselor and advisor. Marcus, known for his indulgent nature, wholeheartedly embraced the festive atmosphere, succumbing to the allure of the merriment that filled the lodge. As the night progressed, he found himself indulging in copious amounts of alcohol, slowly succumbing to its intoxicating effects.

Dax, in an attempt to drown his grief and find solace in the festivities, also fell prey to the allure of the drink. As the night wore on, the combination of alcohol and his sorrowful emotions blurred his judgment, clouding his senses.

In the midst of the revelry, Dax's eyes locked with Blaire, his former mate. There had always been an unspoken attraction between them, but the bo