“It's okay, Alpha, we're going to end this damn thing once and for all,” she growled determinedly. Harvey assumed a werewolf stance by my side, and we advanced against the shadows. The Alpha cut through the darkness, breaking down its barriers, while I cast divine light magic through my claws, granted by the prayers I had uttered. The witch retreated, and I could feel her fear and unease. “CURSED!” She shouted, gritting her teeth. “YOU CAN'T DEFEAT THE SHADOWS!” The cursed one then moved her fists, creating a hurricane of hands and thorns in our direction, seemingly imbued with silver, and upon touching my skin, a burning sensation spread. I let out a roar of pain, causing the Alpha to look at me. He launched himself onto my body, knocking me to the ground and protecting me with his imp

