Chapter 54 “ Powerful allies with hidden motives”

As Hudson greeted the guests, his father, Aldric, clapped a hand on his shoulder, guiding him toward a graying man with a strong, commanding presence. "Son, this is my friend Elbert, Alpha of the Snowfrost Pack."

Hudson extended his hand. “Alpha Elbert,” he nodded respectfully.

Elbert’s face split into a grin, eyes crinkling as he shook Hudson’s hand. “Alpha Hudson, you’ve grown into a fine man. Your father and I are proud of you. Congratulations on your wedding.”

Hudson bowed his head a little , casting a sideways glance at his father, raising an eyebrow. Aldric chuckled and shook his head. “Seems you don’t remember, son. You were just a kid the first time Elbert visited. You used to run after his daughter, Sara, all day. When they left, you cried for days; for a moment, we thought she might have been your mate.”

Elbert let out a hearty laugh, . “Ah, those were the days! I still remember you clinging to Sara’s hand, insisting she couldn’t leave without you.”

Hudson smirked,