Chapter 64: Trial by Combat
(Aspen's POV)
Brandon’s voice rang out firmly, cutting through the low hum of murmurs that had erupted among the gathered wolves. “To keep this fair and measure true capability, today’s trials will focus on team coordination. Ten wolves per team,” he stated, his arms folding casually over his chest, “with at least three female wolves required per side.”
His words lingered in the air like an unshakable decree, and almost immediately, smothered scoffs and whispering rippled through the crowd. Many of the males tensed, their expressions ranging from disdain to outright irritation.
“Females?” one of Kane’s pack warriors muttered under his breath, his voice dripping with disbelief. His eyes darted toward Sarah, smugness radiating off him in waves. “We mig
