The royal proclamation reached every territory before the next moonfall.
It was read aloud in town squares, posted at territory offices, and sent through every royal communication channel. Pack leaders gathered their people and read the message again, making sure no one misunderstood the king's invitation.
All citizens of Santorini were welcome to return home for the coronation. Those who had been forced into exile were welcome, and those who had left because they no longer felt safe were welcome as well. No questions would be asked at the borders unless there was a genuine security concern.
For several moments after the announcement was read in one of the northern territories, no one moved. An elderly wolf stared at the proclamation in the administrator's hands.
"Read it again," he said quietly.
The administrator looked down at the message and read the final lines once more.
