Episode 52

Lord Zack’s chamber was a sight to behold. The walls were adorned with intricate tapestries, and the room was lit by a roaring fire in the hearth. As Judah entered, he was greeted by the sight of Lord Zack sitting on his throne, his piercing gaze fixed on him.

Judah looked surprised as he had never appeared before the alpha alone. Just an hour ago, he had received the news from one of the swordsmen, who had insisted he come with him. The swordsman had told him that Lord Zack had summoned him to his chamber and that it was of utmost importance.

“He demands your presence,” he had told him, his face as stern as his words.

“I will be with him shortly,” Judah said, looking surprised. Even if he were given a hundred guesses, he would never have predicted that the alpha would send for him.

The look on the swordsman’s face when he said that told him everything he needed to know about the urgency of the alpha's message.

“You must come with me,” he insisted.

As Judah approached the throne, his