Chapter 342 Protecting Amy
DANIEL
I walked into the private meeting room, aware of the quiet tension. The northern alphas were already seated, their expressions professional but cautious. Each of them held corporate stakes in Carter Holdings, and I knew their loyalty was complicated–not only to the pack but to the business.
“Thank you for joining on short notice,” I began, keeping my tone even. “We have a matter that requires clarity and discretion.”
They nodded, their eyes trained on me. I didn’t need to elaborate yet. I already knew they had been hearing rumors–whispers of maneuvering against Amy.
One of the older alphas spoke first. “Daniel, we’ve noticed unusual lobbying. Certain board members and external investors have been quietly questioning Amy’s influence. Nothing open, nothing overt, but consistent. Someone is positioning themselves to limit her authority.”
I listened, taking in every word. My wolf stirred beneath the surface. It wasn’t the kind of challenge that demanded a fight. This was strategy. Whoever was behind it didn’t want chaos. They wanted control.
“And you believe this is deliberate,” I said. “Not just disagreements among executives?”
“Yes,” another alpha replied. “The timing, the contracts being flagged, the external inquiries- it’s all coordinated. The person doesn’t want the company to fail. They want to steer it in a specific direction.”
I considered the implications. Amy’s position as Executive Liaison Administrator had been under scrutiny ever since the video incident. I had defended her publicly, but now I had to protect her position in ways that went beyond words.
“My wolf agrees with me,” I said. “This is not force. It’s calculated. Someone is testing our ability to respond.”
They nodded, aware of the subtle warning. I could feel the tension shift in the room as I continued.
“We need to consolidate our voting power,” I said. “Alpha–backed ownership rights exist for a reason. Carter Holdings is not up for a quiet takeover. Any attempt to undermine Amy will be addressed immediately, with full authority under pack law and corporate bylaws.”
I paused, letting the weight of the statement settle. The room was silent, but I could see the understanding on their faces. These alphas weren’t inclined to challenge me, not openly, but they needed guidance.
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“The company operates under our oversight,” I said. “Board influence can be subtle, but it can’t replace direct authority. Amy’s role is essential. Any attempt to manipulate that, any outside interference–we will act.”
I shifted slightly, glancing at each of them. “We’ll need to review all recent motions, vote tallies, and executive proposals. I want a report within twenty–four hours. Any irregularities flagged should be investigated immediately.”
A younger alpha spoke up. “Daniel, do you think this is internal only, or is there an external hand guiding it?”
I paused. The answer was evident, though I didn’t yet know the full extent. “There is an external presence,” I said. “I’ve noticed it myself. There’s a consultant working with the board. Officially, he’s a compliance consultant. Unofficially, he represents interests that have old pack wealth, connections that predate any of us.”
The room stirred, subtle but noticeable. I didn’t need them to panic. They just needed to understand the stakes.
“This is someone who has never led a pack,” I continued, “but has influence over many. They control quietly, strategically. Our job is to ensure they do not overstep, and that Amy’s position remains secure.”
One of the older alphas leaned forward. “Are we prepared to confront this openly if necessary?”
“Yes,” I said. “Not recklessly, but decisively. Any action taken against Amy that undermines her role or reputation will be met with both corporate and pack authority. Our first step is consolidation, not confrontation. We will know more after reviewing the voting records and recent proposals.”
I could feel my wolf’s restraint beneath my skin. It wanted action, wanted to assert dominance, but I held it in check. This was not a matter for raw aggression. Strategy demanded patience.
“There’s also the matter of the consultant,” I added. “His presence is unusual. His access is extensive. He has the authority to request records and monitor board activities. That will continue. But we will not allow him to compromise Amy’s authority or the company’s -direction.”
I leaned back slightly, observing their reactions. Their loyalty to the pack was clear, but they were cautious around the external influence. They had seen enough corporate maneuvering to know the subtle signs.
“We’ll implement background checks and audits,” I said. “All acquisitions, all subsidiary activity, all board votes. Amy oversees this. We will review her work, but the objective is to confirm integrity, not undermine her authority. This will provide transparency and prevent manipulation.”
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One of them nodded. “It will also show the consultant that we are aware, and we are prepared.”
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