*Noah* Anger surged through me as I realized Zara would have likely been killed had I not been here. The battle was brutal, and I was glad my guards had stayed back with her. About ten rogues had taken on me and my guards. There were no deaths, but the wounds on some of us were great. I had a large gash on my chest that I knew should be looked at, something that wouldn't immediately heal. Some of my guards had chunks taken out of their arms or legs from deep bite marks, not to mention, some loss of blood. We'd need to stop by a healer to be evaluated after settling in here. “I can see if my Alpha will send permanent guards for the cave and the local people here," Zara said. “Are you alright?" I nodded at the idea, then gave a shrug. “Utterly pissed," I muttered, “but no wors