The Crippled Masked Alpha
"But please don't tell the Alpha I said that. He hates it when I remind him of his fragility."
Mrs. Hale seemed satisfied. Her movements became less precise, and her eyes lost their piercing focus. She had the information she wanted: the Luna was weak, Ronan was dependent, and his closest aid (Alaric) was now the primary source of pack information.
"Of course, dear," Mrs. Hale said, patting my shoulder. "I will speak to Beta Alaric later about the schedule. You rest, now."
I sat perfectly still for a full five minutes after the door clicked shut, only moving when I heard her footsteps retreat down the long hall. I had passed the test, but the tension had left me mentally drained.