Chapter 98: Shadowed Pursuit

As we ventured deeper into the forest, the darkness seemed to envelop us, its tendrils reaching out to ensnare us in its grasp. Every step we took felt heavier than the last, burdened by the weight of our losses and the uncertainty of what lay ahead.

"We need to stay focused," I reminded the pack, my voice cutting through the eerie silence. "Nyx may have slipped away for now, but we can't let our guard down."

Kellan nodded, his jaw set in determination. "Agreed," he said. "We need to be prepared for whatever comes our way."

With renewed resolve, we pressed on, our senses on high alert as we searched for any sign of Nyx's presence. But despite our best efforts, she remained elusive, her trail vanishing into the darkness like a wisp of smoke.

"It's like she's toying with us," Alex muttered, frustration evident in his voice. "We need to find a way to flush her out."

I furrowed my brow, my mind racing with possibilities. "Perhaps we can use bait," I suggested, my voice tinged wi