Chapter 137

COLE'S POV

The crowd looked at me expectantly.

I was stunned. I only ran down here because I didn't want people to hurt themselves. What do I say? How exactly do I address a crowd?

I looked at them, not knowing what to say or do. My heart rate increased. What I say now can either make me or break me.

I took a deep breath and composed myself. I can do this.

“People of Wolferius,” I said “I know that these past weeks have been difficult for all of us. The absence of an Alpha has left us vulnerable. But I want you to know that I am ready to help you all"

A murmur of relief and approval filled the crowd.

Skmeone shouted, “And what if you fail us? What if you can’t handle it?”

The crowd fell silent. Fear gripped me tightly but I forced myself to stand tall.

“I can’t promise that everything will be perfect,” I admitted. “But I can promise that I will do everything in my power to protect this pack and lead us to a better future”

The crowd seemed to accept this, but I could see the doubt