Chapter 42. Respect Is Earned

Lex’s POV

I have never seen the pack members this upset. Most of them didn’t even glance at Sade when she entered; others shot her enraged glares. Her presence undoubtedly ignited a flurry of emotions, and I could sense the tension thickening in the atmosphere.

I knew I had to intervene before things escalated further, but how could I calm them down when their anger was so palpable?

I took a seat on the small stage at the back of the dining room, the usual venue for our internal announcements and meetings.

As I cleared my throat, the room fell silent, all eyes now on me. I hoped my voice would carry enough authority to soothe their frayed nerves and restore some semblance of order to the chaos unfolding before us.

An older wolf named Johnathan stepped closer and handed me a paper listing their complaints.

I took a deep breath and scanned the list, feeling the weight of their grievances settle on my shoulders. This was my chance to address t