Xavi Blackwood's POV
The Northern Territory was infamous for a reason.
It was a place where careless people got careless deaths.
As soon as we crossed the border, I realized just how right the rumors were.
The forest was dense, and the air smelled damp and metallic.
It was the smell of blood.
To an untrained nose, it would have been nothing.
But to warriors, it was the scent of death and danger.
I led the way, my gaze sweeping over the forest.
Behind me, the others followed, the Blackthorn Academy's selected mission team.
Silver Fang was at my side, Rowan, Lucas, Eric, and Kelly.
They were the best of the best, handpicked for this mission, and they were strong.
Behind them, the Iron Fang members stood.
They weren't as experienced as Silver Fang, but they were still more than c
