C9 THE UNPLEASANT INTRODUCTION

Maxwell

Minutes later, a knock came at the door. “Come in,” I called.

The door opened, and Cross stepped in, followed by Alpha Farrell and a woman I presumed was his Luna.

“Your Majesty,” Farrell greeted, bowing deeply, his Luna following suit.

“Thank you for coming so quickly,” I said, gesturing to the chairs in front of my desk. “Please, sit.”

Cross excused himself, leaving us alone