Among the unrelenting struggle, my thoughts drifted to Aria—the Alpha who had carried so much and who had surmounted every obstacle with unflinching tenacity. I recalled the expression in her eyes when she promised our pack would remain together despite overwhelming challenges. I sensed her presence in every pulse, in every cry across the front lines. Her strength was the pillar supporting our union; I would not let that pillar fall.
Rising against the flow of Dark Wolves and robed assailants, I battled with fresh intensity. Every stroke of my sword confirmed our link, every scream a statement that I will never allow the powers of evil separate us. Inspired by our example, the pack pulled together around me. Their cries of rebellion and their sharp eyes helped me to realize that I was not fighting this fight by myself. We were a force the adversary would not be able to easily break together.
