The Alpha Prince's Rejected Mate
I ask, though I already know what my gut tells me.
"Don't sell," Astor says immediately. "Those territories aren't just valuable for their minerals. They house our main training grounds, provide employment for hundreds of pack families, and serve as strategic buffers against potential threats."
Noah nods in agreement. "The immediate financial gain doesn't outweigh the long-term strategic value. Plus, selling royal lands sends a message that we're willing to trade our heritage for gold."
"Agreed," I decide. "We keep the territories. The minerals can be extracted by our own people, providing jobs and steady income without sacrificing sovereignty."