Krysta's POV
When Nathan's parents finally arrived at the packhouse, they found themselves witnessing something unexpected. Gianna and Branch had formed an immediate attachment to Alpha Holt and Luna Barbara, clinging to them with the kind of trust that typically took weeks to develop.
"You must be the Alpha we owe our deepest gratitude to for rescuing and sheltering our beloved Krysta," Alpha Hubert said during our evening meal, his voice carrying the weight of genuine appreciation.
"I simply did what any reasonable Alpha would do when faced with a pup in need," Alpha Holt replied with characteristic modesty.
"A pup who required more than just shelter though. You provided protection when she faced real danger. That level of commitment goes beyond basic Alpha duty, especially given the circumstances surrounding her family's tragedy," Hubert pressed, his tone making it clear he understood the full scope of what Holt had done for me.
