By the time the household was fully awake, the pack was already buzzing with news.
Eve learned this when she went down to breakfast to find Brynn practically vibrating with excitement.
"You absolutely destroyed them," Brynn said without preamble. "The Eastern faction is already filing compliance documentation. Word is spreading through all the packs, our Queen doesn't negotiate with faction leaders who overstep."
"Is that good?" Eve asked, settling into a chair.
"It's excellent. It means no one's going to waste your time with frivolous complaints anymore. You've established that you have actual consequences." Brynn's expression turned warm. "The pack is incredibly proud of you. Maya was telling everyone in the training yard this morning....'Our Luna just showed the entire Conclave what happens when you mess with her.'"
Eve smiled despite herself. "Maya did?"
