The pre-dawn air was thick with tension as our pack moved silently through the forest. I walked beside Alpha Donk at the head of our forces, my heart heavy with dread. The soft padding of paw steps and the occasional clink of armor were the only sounds that broke the eerie silence.
As we neared the border of Alpha Dwayne's territory, Alpha Donk raised his paw, signaling for the pack to halt. He turned to me, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.
"Rebecca," he whispered, "take a small group and scout ahead. I want to know exactly what we're dealing with."
I nodded, swallowing hard. "Yes, Alpha. Right away."
I gestured to a few nearby wolves, including young Timber, and we crept forward through the underbrush. As we approached the edge of Alpha Dwayne's territory, I felt my jaw drop in su
