Chosen by the cursed Alpha king
Eloise rushed forward and wrapped her arms around Aria the moment Cory loosened his hold, laughing and crying all at once.
“I knew it!” Eloise exclaimed.
The pack’s celebration swelled even louder with unity.
Red Moon and Iron Crest was bound not just by alliance, but by blood.
Damon stepped forward, clapping a firm hand onto Cory’s shoulder.
“Well done,” he said.
Cory turned toward him. There was no bitterness in his gaze now.
No resentment, only respect.
“It’s done,” Cory said firmly. “Iron Crest stands united.”
“And under your rule?” Damon asked.
Cory nodded once. “ it would always remain so”