Scarlett’s POVAs the sound of footsteps echoed down the corridor, I could feel my heart pounding inside my chest. It was as though it was trying to burst through my ribcage and escape the danger that we were facing. My eyes shifted to Emily and Freda, and I could see the same fear etched on their faces. We had come so far, and now, we were just moments away from escaping. We couldn't afford to be caught by Ethan's men.It had been a long and treacherous journey, and we had been running for what felt like days. The forest had been dense, and the path was winding, but we had persevered. We had come too far to give up now. The only thing left to do was to make it out alive.But this time, the stakes were higher than ever before. Ethan's men were after us, and we knew that they would stop at nothing to catch us. We had to be quick, we had to be smart, and most importantly, we had to stick together.As the footsteps drew closer, I could hear the urgency in their pace. They knew that we we

Ethan’s POVI stumbled backwards, struggling to keep my balance as the tremors from the explosion shook the ground beneath my feet. My mind raced with questions, and fear gnawed at my gut.I tried to move forward, to help in any way I could, but my legs felt like they were made of lead. The scene in front of me was overwhelming, and I felt completely helpless.As the initial shock began to subside, I looked around for my men. They had been scattered in the chaos, but I could see them moving towards me, their expressions a mix of fear and determination."We need to go. Now," I said, my voice urgent. The situation was dangerous, and I knew that we needed to leave before things got worse.Without hesitation, my men sprang into action, their hands gripping my arms as they pulled me towards the exit. We moved as quickly as we could, dodging fallen debris and panicked people as we made our way towards the door.With one final push, we burst through the doors, and the cool night air hit me l

Ethan’s POV"Who's there?" I called out, my voice filled with a mix of curiosity and desperation.From the shadows emerged a figure, bent and twisted with age. It was an old man, his face lined with deep wrinkles and his clothes tattered and filthy. He shuffled towards us, his movements slow and unsteady. As he drew closer, I could see the weariness etched in his eyes, the weight of countless years bearing down upon him.My curiosity piqued, I stepped forward, my gaze fixed on the elderly figure. "Who are you?" I asked, my voice filled with a mixture of caution and intrigue. "What brings you to this place?"The old man's lips curled into a weary smile, his voice feeble yet filled with determination. "I am but a remnant of a forgotten time," he replied, his words carrying a touch of melancholy. "Once, I was a member of this pack, a warrior who fought alongside those who defied the Alpha's reign. But time has taken its toll, and now I am confined to this wretched cage.""I-I'm sorry to

As the night settled over our camp, we gathered around a small fire, the crackling flames casting flickering shadows on our determined faces. The weight of the mission hung heavily in the air, but we were resolute, fueled by a shared purpose."I've been studying the guard patrols," Thomas began, his voice steady and low. "There's a pattern to their movements. I suggest we strike during the changing of the shifts. It's when their attention is most divided."I nodded in agreement, appreciating Thomas' attention to detail. "Good observation, Thomas. That's our window. Andrew, Jake, I want you two to scout the perimeter and identify any potential blind spots or vulnerabilities. We need to exploit every advantage we can get."Andrew and Jake exchanged a determined glance before nodding in unison. They were a formidable duo, skilled in reconnaissance and extraction. Their expertise would be crucial in ensuring our safe passage through the temple's labyrinthine corridors."Once we're inside,

Ethan’s POVA chorus of agreement filled the air as the rest of our pack expressed their commitment to the cause. The weight of responsibility settled on our shoulders, but it was a weight we were willing to bear together.I looked at each of them, my gaze unwavering. The moon cast an ethereal glow upon our assembled werewolf army, their eyes gleaming with determination. "We've trained for this," I began, my voice resolute yet filled with an underlying excitement. "We've prepared ourselves mentally and physically. Now it's time to put all that training into action. We'll rely on each other, trust in our abilities, and stay true to the pack. Together, we'll emerge victorious."A resounding howl rose from the pack, echoing through the night. The primal sound filled my heart with renewed strength. These were not just my fellow pack members; they were my family, my brothers, and sisters, united by a common purpose. We had endured the torment of captivity for far too long, and now the time