The chill of early morning hung in the air as Lila awoke, the events of the previous night still fresh in her mind. Eric’s visit had deepened the looming sense of dread surrounding Silverwood, yet as she looked around the camp, she felt a flicker of resolve amongst her packmates. They had endured so much together, and she knew that now was the time to prepare for the storm ahead.
Lila gathered the pack to discuss their next steps. As they assembled, the atmosphere reflected both fear and fierce determination, conflicting emotions swirling in the clarity of dawn.
“We need to improve our defenses and strategize,” she announced, her voice steady despite the tremor of anxiety that coursed through her. “Eric won’t stop until he achieves his goals. If we’re to convince him he can’t overpower u
