Despite the initial protests, only one brave participant dared to test Maximus's warning and try to leave the training grounds. The consequences that swiftly and mysteriously befell this disobedient werewolf were enough to discourage the others, including Alessia and Nate, from even considering leaving.
The participants settled into their chosen spots for the night. Some sought refuge inside the provided tents, while others opted for the open air, seeking the comforting glow of the moon and the warmth of a crackling bonfire.
As the night deepened, fatigue began to grip the participants. The day's journey and the uncertainty of the upcoming competition had taken a toll, and one by one, they succumbed to slumber.
Many of the participants had traveled from distant corners of the world, dra
