"Mother," Eden's voice rang out, older than his years. "Let us show them not just the strength of our claws, but the resolve of our hearts."

"Spoken true," I acknowledged, pride swelling in my chest. My gaze swept over those gathered, my pack, my family. "We are the South Pack. United, we shall rise above the shadows and forge a path of peace."

With a collective nod, the plan was set in motion. The meeting would be our chance to mend the rift before it tore our world apart. I could only hope ...