Friends & Alibis

Tyranis had arrived promptly, though Ace noted his posture and demeanor were far from the usual confident man he always was. Was it because of that night with his...whatever he called him? Had he told his mate? He had many questions for Tyranis, and whatever personal business between him and his mate was between them. If she was okay with it, then there was nothing he could do about it. But he was mildly irked that the tusked man had even dared to sneak into his lands to begin with, and Tyranis snuggling up to him. He wanted Tyranis here...but he needed to know that he could trust him, and not worry about where his loyalties lied in the future.

"I did. We have some...things to discuss," He started. Settling himself into a seated position, he looked Tyranis over again for a moment. "First...tell me what bothers you. I can see it plain as day, Nephew." Tyranis wasn't just his pack mate...he was family, too. Ace knew there was a fine line that could easily be muddled when it came to making decisions as an alpha, and as a family member. He waited patiently to see if Tyranis would tell him, or if he simply wanted to get on with business.