Chapter 55 - A Message from the Queen

The squire approached Alpha Kaveh's quarters with the silver tray of food in his somewhat shaking hands. Even though he was accustomed to the Alpha's rough manner, something didn't feel right tonight. He heard shouting as he got closer to the heavy wooden door, Alpha Kaveh's booming, thunderous voice resonating through the hallways, followed by the distinct sound of objects shattering, crashing into the floor and walls. The squire stopped dead in his tracks, feeling compelled to go back, there was chaos inside. With a sword in hand, Kaveh thrashed his chambers, slicing at the air, his movements erratic and uncontrolled, his eyes burning with rage. In an attempt to soothe him Kian stood in his way, "Father, please!" Kian spoke in an intense, beseeching tone. Alpha Kaveh, however, was beyond understanding. His sword clattered on the stone floor as he threw it aside with a shout. Before Kian could react, Kaveh grabbed him by the collar and pulled him in until their faces were ju