A murder. A conspiracy. A scandal. And the man holding the key long dead. *** Alpha Xanor's rule is calm, peaceful, and prosperous. The realm is happy, the people content. Never has the werewolf kingdom experienced such harmony. Perhaps it is time for the wolves to realise that under their silks and scents, they remain wild inside. The Moon frowns. _________ WARNING: The following story contains graphic descriptions of violence and scenes of an intimate nature. Reader discretion is advised _________ DISCLAIMER:This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.