KELLY THOMPSON'S POV

As the clash of steel rang out, I felt the weight of leadership settling on my shoulders. We had faced the darkness before, and we would do so again. With every strike, every shout, I fought alongside my pack, determined to protect what was ours.

But as the battle raged on, I felt a familiar presence lurking just beyond the fray. Marrok was once again at the center of the chaos, and I knew I had to confront him head-on.

"Marrok!" I shouted, my voice cutting through the din ...