Chapter 47

Lucien and Beta Jamirez sat in Lucien's office, their faces grim as they discussed the death of the little girl. Lucien felt apprehensive after he announced to the pack, explaining what had happened and assuring them that they were doing everything in their power to find the culprit.

The pack had been understandably upset, and Lucien had been worried that they would turn on each other in their grief and anger. But with Beta's help, he managed to calm them down and get them to focus on finding the person responsible.

The patrol guards had been briefed and caught up to date on the new security measures to ensure that everyone was safe, and rogues and strangers were to be killed or sent away.

Everyone agreed with the new rules but Lucien was perplexed at the way the pack held a little memorial for the little girl. They comforted her mother and the entire family. He has never been so proud.

As they talked, there was a sudden knock at the door. Lucien lo