Chapter 126

He raised his voice, letting it carry across the distance.

“Elara,” he called, his tone mocking.

“You’re making this too easy. Did you really think you could stand against me with this ragtag band of wolves?”

I held my ground, my voice strong as I replied, “We are united, Silas. And that is something you will never understand. You came here expecting division, weakness, but you’ll find only strength.”

A flicker of annoyance crossed his face, and he gave a slight nod to his wolves, signaling them forward. They began to advance, moving in coordinated formations, their eyes fixed on us with deadly intent. The tension in the air was palpable, every wolf bracing for the impact, every muscle coiled and ready.

“Hold the line!” I shouted, my voice carrying over the assembled wolves.

“Stay together. We fight as one.”