The evening was quiet in the Silver Moon Pack as Karina sat alone in the clearing of Pine Hollow. The air was still, save for the gentle rustling of leaves. The soft glow of candlelight flickered over the pages of Alden’s spell book, but Karina couldn’t focus. Her mind was restless, filled with thoughts of the recent events—the disease spreading among the packs, the mysterious rogue who had vanished before her eyes, and the ever-growing uncertainty looming over them all.
In the silence, she closed her eyes and reached out, letting her magic guide her connection to Caius.
“Aparecer Otakum”
Within moments, she felt the familiar warmth of their bond, and his presence filled her mind like a comforting embrace.
“Caius, are you there?” Karina’s voice echoed through the magical link, her ton
