103 Tensions High

RETH

"You threaten me, Reth?" Lucan finally said. No one else spoke.

"I speak true, Lucan. As Ruler of the Anima, and as your Alpha."

Lerrin tensed next to his father, but Lucan didn't flinch. "So quick to call yourself Alpha over all when you cannot even rule the heart of your wife."

Reth smiled smugly, "Somebody hasn't been paying attention this morning."

For the first time Lucan looked uncertain, but he recovered quickly. "Perhaps. You know how it goes, Reth. You've been a touch distracted the past couple weeks…"

"I wouldn't have been distracted if the wolves weren't making trouble."

"My people do not make trouble, they fear! They are concerned for their futures, and the future of WildWood!"