Nikolai
The rogue's confidence wavered, and I knew he wasn’t here for a fight. He had come for Alexei and Mom but thought he could use some witch to pry us apart. That plan had backfired, and now, he only stalled for time. Dad had enough of his games.
“Leave. You know you failed today. And let me remind you, you'll keep failing. You’re on the path to endangering hundreds of wolves,” Dad said calmly. The rogue tensed, sensing defeat.
With a wave of his hand, the rogue disappeared into the shadows. Dad made sure to send scouts to check every inch of our territory, ensuring they were truly gone.
Once we were certain they wouldn’t return, we sprinted to the new bunker where Alexei burst out and dove into my arms. I held her tight while I heard the faint tremor of her sobs.
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