It all started two hours earlier, the buzzing excitement of the trainees filled Axel Ground, the largest training ground in the pack.

As I walked in, the massive arena's energy was almost palpable. I joined the sea of trainees, all eyes fixed on the stage where Beta Cillian stood, ready to make an announcement.

"All trainees, gather around!" Beta Cillian's voice boomed across the Axel Ground. His tall figure cut an imposing silhouette against the early morning sky, his expression ...