The morning sunlight trickled through the dense canopy of trees, casting an ethereal glow over the forest. Despite the exhaustion clinging to every muscle, the sight of my pack standing resolute filled me with a fierce pride. Our victory had come at a cost, but each person here had earned it—united, strong, and unwavering.
Around us, the aftermath of the battle lingered like an unspoken memory. Some wolves sat or leaned against trees, catching their breath, tending to the wounds they had sustained, or helping others who were too weak to stand on their own. Ethan moved among them, his expression hard yet proud, like he was watching over each of them with the respect of a seasoned leader. Lena was next to him, organizing the ranks and directing those who needed medical attention back to the
