The monthly pack meeting should have been routine territory updates, resource allocation, the usual administrative matters that kept three hundred wolves organized and thriving.
Ashina sat beside Kendrick at the head table, taking notes on supply needs. She'd been doing this for two weeks now, actively participating in pack leadership. Learning not just the theory from books, but the practice of keeping everyone fed, safe and content.
"Next item," Kendrick said, consulting his agenda. "Winter preparations. Ryker, what's the status on..."
"I have something to say." Daciana stood from her seat in the middle of the hall, her voice cutting through the proceedings like a blade. "Something that needs to be addressed before we waste time on winter supplies."
Kendrick's expression cooled. "Daciana. There's a process for raising concerns"
"This can't wait." She stepped into the aisle, every eye turning to her. "It's about our Luna."
