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But Garrett had struck first this time He'd claimed Serena, and now he had to answer to Braedan and the rest of the leaders

Not that he intended to ko to any of the around the table, they all appeared as though they'd rather be anywhere but here, caught in the middle of a territorial war

"The issue is a simple one,” Malcolm, the oldest of the leaders said “Garrett selected his mate and he solidified their future I don't see cause for discussion on the matter"

"He poached ontone He cast a dark look in Garrett's direction “We have rules against that"

"You're not one to quibble over rules,” Garrett reminded him “You set your own Which makes you an outsider at this Council Yet, because you are a leader of one of the largest packs in the state, we allow you to sit at our table” It was a bold round

For a moment, the room was silent Not a whisper of breath penetrated the tension that suddenly permeated the air For such a cavernous roo

Garrett's gaze met Braedan's and held He wouldn't back down He'd wanted Serena froo Only she could break their bond Braedan would never come between them Unless he killed Garrett And there was no way in hell Garrett would let that happen, for if it came to be, Serena would fall into Braedan's hands

Garrett wouldn't stand for that

"I agree with Malcolaze shifted to Garrett “We all appreciate that you brought this issue before us, Garrett It demonstrates your dedication to the Council and your responsible nature We a

lso know that you would never put the Council in an aard position by splitting it Bringing forth this situation allows us all to voice our opinions and ensure we are all of like mind on where we stand"

"Unity is hoe survive,” Garrett said, giving Braedan a pointed look His nemesis merely scoffed and looked away

"I say there's no need for discussion or debate,” Malcolm added “Garrett has claimed his mate It stands at that"

"Noait just a minute,” Braedan interjected But Malcol him with a look

"We have more important matters to be concerned about,” the elder said “So unless you've got another issue to bring forward to the Council, thisis adjourned"

The remainder of the pack leaders at the table nodded in concurrence