Chapter 42

• I stood in the heart of our pack’s territory, a heavy burden weighing on my shoulders. Faced with an imminent threat, the need for allies was dire, and there was only one person I could turn to – my cousin, William Thornheart, who ruled the Thornheart pack, miles away from here.
• Jace was not thrilled with my decision. He stood beside me, his brows furrowed with concern. “Hunter, are you sure about this? You and William haven’t spoken in years,” he cautioned.
• I sighed, my gaze fixed on the darkening forest ahead. “I know, Jace, but we need allies, and William is our best chance. Our pack’s survival is at stake.”