Chapter 73: The Secret Meeting

The battle in the clearing had left us bruised but resolute. Despite Gabriel’s attempts to sabotage the ritual, we had managed to complete it just in time. The werewolves felt the surge of newfound strength coursing through their veins, a testament to the ritual’s power. However, the fight was far from over.

I was nursing a particularly nasty gash on my arm when Nathanial burst into the room, his expression a mix of urgency and determination. "Emily, you need to see this," he said, handing me a small, folded piece of paper.

I opened it, my heart pounding. The message was short but chilling:

*Gabriel meeting powerful witch tonight. Midnight. Old barn outside town. - A Friend*

I looked up at Nathanial, my mind racing. "This could be the break we need. If Gabriel is seeking an alliance with a witch, he might be planning something even more dangerous."

Nathanial nodded. "We can’t let him strengthen his forces. We need to find out what they’re planning and stop it before it’s too late."

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