The pack let out a collective howl, their voices rising to meet the full moon. The sound echoed through the forest, a powerful anthem of unity, strength, and belonging. I joined in without thinking, a deep, primal sound rumbling from my chest. It was exhilarating—freeing. For the first time, I didn’t feel alone.
Kael’s gaze lingered on me, a mixture of pride and something I couldn’t quite place. “You’re stronger than I thought,” he said, his voice brushing against my mind, not my ears. I flinched at the sensation, my mind linked but the words calmed me in a way I hadn’t expected.
Luca stepped forward, his towering wolf form commanding attention. “Your first run as a wolf is significant. It will define your connection to the pack and the land. Are you ready to join us?”
I hesitated. The
