The council room was filled with an air of tension as Alpha Elijah and Luna Rhea took their seats at the head of the long, polished table. The council members, a mix of seasoned elders and influential pack leaders, watched them with a mix of curiosity and concern. Alpha Elijah's eyes blazed with fierce determination, while Luna Rhea exuded an aura of calm authority. "Thank you all for coming on such short notice," Luna Rhea began, her voice carrying a soothing yet commanding tone. "As you are aware, our pack has been the target of a vicious ambush by the Silver Claw pack. Our beta is currently fighting for his life, and we cannot let this act of aggression go unanswered." A murmur of agreement rippled through the council members, their expressions hardening with resolve. Alpha Elijah le