Zanisck scoffed but didn't offer any further argument. The eerie silence that enveloped them was unnerving especially because they couldn't hear any sound from the cave. How was it possible that only a few moments ago, Nikjin was speaking to them through the dark, but now that two werewolves packs had entered there, not even a sound came from within. It didn't make any sense. "Why aren't we hearing anything?" Erin asked. "Nikjin probably ran back when he saw Father going into the cave," said Danshak. "I am sure he did not think that anyone would be bold enough to come for him inside the dark cave." "And who says I am in the cave?" Nikjin's voice came through the darkness. Everyone fell quiet. The fear that permeated the gathering was palpable. It was obvious to all of them

