The moment the Devourer stepped through the gates…
The entire valley trembled.
Its massive claws crushed the frozen ground with each step, leaving deep cracks in the earth. The creature’s red eyes burned with ancient hunger as it studied Ivy like a predator finally meeting worthy prey.
The wolves watching from the edges of the battlefield shifted uneasily.
Even the Alphas looked tense.
Because this wasn’t just a monster.
It was a legend.
Seraphine spoke quietly beside the council.
“The Devourer was created thousands of years ago… to test rulers who claim Primordial power.”
The eldest Alpha added grimly, “If the queen cannot defeat it… she cannot rule.”
The creature let out a deep growl that rolled across the valley like thunder.
Ivy stepped forward.
Snow crunched beneath her bo
