Sixty two

Prince Simon’s point of view

My heart weighed heavy with the weight of the message I had received from Liam, the Alpha of the rival pack. As I stood before the assembled Athens pack, their expectant eyes locked on mine, I knew that the time had come to share the grave news that would shape our future.

“Pack members of Athens,” I began, my voice steady but laced with a sense of urgency. “I have received a letter from Liam, the Alpha of the rival pack. They have declared war upon us, vowing to bring the full force of their wrath upon our kingdom.”

A murmur of concern rippled through the crowd, and I could see the flicker of determination in their eyes. They were ready to face this threat head-on, just as I had expected.

“We will not cower in fear or retreat in the face of their aggression,” I continued, my voice rising with conviction. “Instead, we will rise as one, united in our purpose to defend our pack, our lands, and our way of life.”

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