Sixty six

But before I could utter another word, the line went dead, Liam cutting the call with a heartless disregard for my pleas. I stared at the silent device in my hand, a mix of anger and concern coursing through my veins.

Liam’s words had struck a nerve, reminding me of the precarious position we were in. The battle was not just about power and dominance; it was a fight for the safety and well-being of my pack, my family. I couldn’t afford to let him succeed.

As I lay on the grass, the weight of Liam’s threats and the uncertainty of our future settled upon my shoulders. The battle was far from over, and the challenges we faced were greater than I had imagined. But amidst the darkness, a flicker of determination burned within me.

I would not let Liam’s arrogance and cruelty prevail. I would fight tooth and nail to protect those I held dear, to safeguard the kingdom and its people. Liam may have thought he had the upper hand, but he had underestimated the strength of our unity and our unwave