BEARING THE PAST

Alex POV

The afternoon sunbathed the pack's territory in a warm, golden glow as I stood amidst our dedicated warriors. With a deep breath, I steadied the whirlwind of emotions swirling inside me. In front of the pack, I projected an air of strength and determination, but beneath the surface, I felt a mix of conflicting feelings that I struggled to contain. As Gamma, it was my duty to ensure the safety of our pack, and organizing patrols was a critical part of that responsibility.

"Listen up, everyone!" I called out, my voice firm and commanding. "We've been through a tough battle, but we can't let our guard down now. Fenrir's forces may have retreated, but we can't assume they won't come back for another attack. We need to stay vigilant and ready to defend our territory at all costs."

The warriors gathered around me, their faces showing signs of weariness from the recent battle. I knew they needed reassurance and direction, and it was my responsibility as Gamma to provide them with bo