Chapter 1235: Chapter 1335

“What do you mean?” Caleb frowned.

Harlan suppressed his emotions, took a deep breath, and said, “Gale was my alpha and you all are my friends.

I couldn’t watch you fight each other.

I wouldn’t be able to help either of you.

All I could do was stand aside and watch.

You have ended the war with your own effort.

I didn’t do anything to help you.

I don’t think I am qualified to be the leader of the Xeric Pack.

”

Both Caleb and I were taken aback.

“What makes you think so?”

This question also bothered Zoe, who had come with him.

“Harlan has been bothered by this order for a long time.

It eats him alive.

”

I empathized with Harlan.

I could understand his dilemma as he was stuck between loyalty to his pack and friendship with us.

Besides, I was surprised he didn’t help Gale to fight us but remained neutral.

He was already helping us by doing so.

This was a test between friendship and loyalty.

Sensing Harlan’s concern, Caleb said, “Harlan, you must take charge of the Xeric Pack.

You have lived there for many years.

Your familiarity and love for the pack would make you an excellent leader.

I have faith in you.

I’m sure you can manage the Xeric Pack well.

”

Debra’s POV:

I tried to persuade Harlan.

“Among the werewolves of the Xeric Pack, we trust you the most.

If you decline and we select another leader, what if they harbor ill intentions and incite a war against the Thorn Edge Pack like Gale did? You would be in a dilemma again, wouldn’t you?”

With our persistent urging, Harlan finally yielded.

“Okay.

” He sighed.

“Since you trust me, I’ll do my best to ensure this doesn’t happen again.

”

Relieved, I smiled.

“That’s great to hear.

”

I knew that while Harlan hadn’t been involved in the war, he stayed informed about the conflict and was aware of the casualties suffered by both packs.

This honorable man, who typically dealt with criminals decisively, was also empathetic towards the atrocities of war.

With his guidance, I was confident the Xeric Pack would enjoy a prolonged peace.

Noticing we had reached our objective, Caleb, too, smiled and decided to lighten the mood.

“Harlan, now that the turmoil has settled, when can we expect you and Zoe’s wedding?”

His comment instantly altered the mood, with both Zoe’s and Harlan’s expressions changing dramatically.

Zoe looked at Harlan with clear displeasure and responded sharply, “Forget it.

This fool and I are not getting married, nor will we be together in the future!”

Her voice was strong and tinged with bitterness, clearly conveying her frustration with Harlan.

Harlan could only sigh in resignation.

Caleb’s eyebrows shot up in surprise, and just as he was about to speak, I sensed the tension in the air.

I quickly tugged at his sleeve and motioned for him to hold his words.

Caleb quickly grasped my hint.

He cleared his throat and shifted the focus.

“Harlan, now that you’re leading the Xeric Pack, let’s discuss the other repercussions of the war.

We’ve agreed not to dwell on the casualties, but we still need to assess the property damage and arrange for compensation.

”

“Okay.

”