" Well done , Carl . " I watched the poolside footage going viral across Crimson Moon Pack's internal network and the major public info platforms in Central City . The corners of my mouth lifted in satisfaction . " Small matter . " Carl's lazy voice came through the comm crystal . " You think a place like Glory Hall doesn't have hidden surveillance ? A little editing , and the truth lays itself bare . Right now , the whole werewolf world knows Crimson Moon got played by an Omega . Kirby's probably turning green . " Asphodel purred with pleasure inside me . Serves them right . Let them taste what it's like to be humiliated and played . " What did Father say ? " I asked . " He's pleased with how you handled it . Said a Rogue princess should strike back swiftly and repay every slight in full ." Carl chuckled . I smiled . That was just like Father - the ever - calculating King of Lycans . " Oh , by the way , Leslie , " Carl's tone grew a little more serious , " Father and Thorbane had a talk . They don't think it's a good idea for you to stay cooped up in the Court anymore . It's time for you to start handling some of the Pack's affairs . They want to appoint you as Governor of the Western Border - overseeing our family's business alliance on the west coast and several critical strategic territories . What do you think ? " Governor of the Western Border ? That was practically placing one - third of RoguePack's economic arteries and military strongholds in my hands . Their trust and support ran deeper than I expected . " All right . " I didn't hesitate . " Tell Father and Thorbane I won't let them down . " After three years of endurance , it was time for the werewolf world to meet the real Leslie Rogue . Time passed like sand through my fingers - one month slipped by quietly . With Father Lars and Thorbane's backing , I officially assumed the position of Rogue Pack's Western Border Governor . The region was a crucial economic center and home to several strategic holdings . Its importance couldn't be overstated . But taking power wasn't all smooth sailing . Inside the Pack , there were plenty who doubted or resented me - a " parachuted - in " female Alpha with a " tainted " past . They were used to dominant male Alphas giving orders . Whether I could handle the position remained to be seen . 1/3 13:07 Mon , Sep 15 ... 36 Thorbane assigned me one of his most reliable assistants , Liam , a steady and dependable Beta werewolf . He made things a lot easier . And Thorbane himself came to my study nearly every day , setting aside two hours to " guide " me through complex Pack operations and power structures - though truthfully , it felt more like an anxious older brother hovering . That day , after Liam finished his daily report , I stood by the massive floor - to - ceiling window , looking down at the vibrant nighttime cityscape beneath the Western Border headquarters . Asphodel stretched inside me , relishing the sensation of overseeing the whole game board . Thorbane entered with two cups of herbal tea , fragrant and crisp . " Still reading reports ? " He handed me a cup . " Yeah . The trade routes through the Western Border need reorganizing ." I took a sip . He sat on the couch across from me , eyes briefly flicking to the stack of files in front of me , the corner of his mouth twitching with amusement . He said in a half - teasing , half - threatening tone , " I'm impressed you're so diligent . I thought you'd slack off and I'd have to drag Father in to personally teach you ." I instantly straightened up and glared at him . " Don't you dare ." Father's lessons were far harsher than Thorbane's . I wasn't going through that again . Thorbane chuckled , then his expression turned serious . " Business . In a couple of days , Apex Industries is holding their fifth anniversary celebration . They're planning to announce a new partnership involving their ' Psionic Core ' project , and they'll be releasing some early investment shares . It's a juicy opportunity , and a lot of Packs are eyeing it ." My eyes lit up . Apex Industries ' " Psionic Core " project ! That was exactly the initiative I'd asked Liam to monitor . If I could land a leadership role in that venture , it would be a huge step forward for RoguePack's future in tech development . " I want it . I have to get that deal , " I said , energized , " Not so fast , " Thorbane warned . " A lot of wolves want in on that . It's going to be a fight . And I'll be away handling urgent business up north during those days , so I won't be able to go with you ." He paused . " But Carl should be back from overseas . He'll be able to keep an eye on things . " Carl's coming back ? I perked up . " Good ! I'll go pick him up myself . " It had been ages since I last saw that unpredictable , carefree brother of mine . Last I'd heard from him , he was at an international film festival on a livestream . Thorbane sighed and checked the time . " Come on . Let's get out of this office . I'm taking you to 2/3 13:07 Mon , Sep 15 But the moment we stepped into the " Moonshadow " restaurant , my good mood instantly evaporated . What a cursed coincidence . On the far side of the dining hall - Belle and Slyvana . That repulsive mother - daughter pair . Here . Now . Send Gifts 128 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!