Chapter 9 A Pause For Chaos

• Asher's POV
• The ink was barely dry on the documents when my phone buzzed in my pocket, the vibration cutting through the atmosphere like a knife. I glanced at the screen, at my assistant, Leo. He never called unless it was urgent. I answered, trying to ignore the heaviness in my chest that had settled after meeting Willow.
• "Asher, you need to get back to the pack. Your father is expecting some important guests. He wants all of you there," Leo said, his voice brisk and professional, though I could hear a hint of concern woven in.