Chapter 126: The Siege Begins

The air was thick with tension as the full moon loomed closer, casting its silver light over the remnants of Silverwood Falls. The town's inhabitants, both human and werewolf, were bracing for what felt like the end. The weight of the sacrifice I needed to make hung heavily over me, but there was no time to dwell on it now. Gabriel Blackwood had launched his assault, and we needed to prepare for war.

I stood at the heart of our defensive line, the relic pulsing with a subdued light in my hand. Around me, the werewolves and their allies were rallying, their faces set with determination. Nathanial was organizing the patrols, ensuring that every inch of our territory was covered.

"Emily," he called out, jogging over to me. "Gabriel's forces are on the move. We have scouts reporting large numbers heading our way. It's going to be a full-scale attack."

I nodded, my heart racing. "We need to hold them off until we can complete the ritual. We can't let Gabriel get his hands on this relic."

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