The tension in the air was palpable as the first light of dawn gave way to the rising full moon. Adam stood at the head of his pack his silhouette sharp and commanding against the silvery glow. The forest clearing had transformed into a battlefield silent but charged waiting for the inevitable clash.
Audrey stood a few steps behind him her heart pounding as she surveyed the loyal pack members who had rallied for Adam. Every face was etched with determination every stance ready for the coming storm. Adam turned slightly his piercing gaze meeting hers. “Stay close to Jerek. No matter what happens he’ll get you out of here if things go south.”
Audrey shook her head. “I’m not running Adam. Not this time.”
His jaw tightened but there was no time to argue. The distant sound of snapping twigs
