Fifteen

Alpha's Rick POV

As the cool evening breeze rustled through the hairs on my skin, I strolled through my pack environs with my trusted right-hand man Eric by my side. We walked in silence, taking in the surroundings and keeping an eye out for any signs of trouble. As the Alpha, it was my duty to protect my pack at all costs. It was something I did daily.

Suddenly, Eric spoke up, breaking the peaceful silence. "Alpha Rick, I have news," he said in a hushed tone. "And it's good news."

I turned to face him as my curiosity was piqued. "What is it, Eric?"

"I received word from my secret spy, the one who we sent to infiltrate Alpha Dwane's pack. Well, guess what Boss?" Eric said, wearing a big grin on his face.

"What?? Spill it out, Eric. Stop with the suspense. I'm already curious." I said with a hint of urgency in my tone.

"Alpha, you won't believe it but Melina is alive and doing well, just as you suspected." He spat out with a smile on his face.

At those words, a jolt of shock and relief