Alpha Orion
"Thank you, Vega."
The warrior gave a curt bow before shifting mid-stride, his wolf disappearing into the snow-laden trees.
"We have to go now," Orion said, turning to Rey.
She nodded without a word, falling into step beside him as he led her deeper into the frozen expanse, beyond the borders of the North, toward the uncertain promise of the Eastern Realm
***
The corridor leading to the containment room buzzed with chaos. Guards rushed past, barking orders, their boots thundering against the steel floors. Malcolm stormed through them like a shadow of fury, his white coat sweeping behind him.