The sound of several engines carried across Moon Estate during the highmoon, drawing the guards away from their usual posts as a convoy of black SUVs passed through the gates. The lead vehicle slowed near the main villa, followed by the others in an orderly line before they came to a stop along the driveway.
The estate guards exchanged quick looks. They had received word from the palace that Alpha Brandon was returning, but seeing the convoy arrive made the news feel real.
The doors of the first SUV opened, and royal guards stepped out. Two moved toward the villa while the others spread around the vehicles, keeping the driveway clear.
Then Alpha Brandon stepped out.
For a moment, he stood beside the vehicle without moving.
