The coalition forces hit us like a tidal wave.
One moment there was tense silence, the next- chaos. Wolves shifted mid charge, the air filling with snarls and the sound of bodies colliding. The eastern perimeter exploded into violence so sudden and brutal it stole my breath.
Duke shifted instantly, his massive black wolf launching forward to meet the first wave. Through our bond I felt his focus narrow to a razor's edge- protect, defend, lead. His Alpha command rang out even in wolf form, directing our fighters with precision.
*Left flank, reinforce! Maya, take your group north!*
I wanted to shift, to fight beside him, but I'd promised. Instead I ran to the medical station we'd set up behind the lines, where Dr. Sarah was already preparing for casualties.
"Willow, I need you coordinat
