Ashlee's squadron of female warriors had shifted into their spirit forms and scouted out the edge of Northern Forest's western boundary. They had also sent a message, delivered by none other than the Gamma female herself, Anayeli, since she could not shift in her pregnancy. Now, they waited for signs of a response.
Theo had challenged Dimitri to one on one combat under Alpha law, an instinctual covenant that required no written ruling. One wolf may challenge another in a fight to the death for supremacy and rule over their pack. A challenge of this nature was never rejected. A pack followed the strong. It was as simple a law of nature as could be.
Aaron approached Theo and shifted back to his human form so they could communicate. He stood uncomfortably close to Theo, as the bear’s voic
