The following morning at Nightshade Pack, Alpha Cade woke up and prepared for the day. Today was the day they would confront the Skyclaw Clan. Cade left his room, his mind focused and determined, and made his way to join his pack members who were waiting for him. As he entered the main hall, Gaia approached him.

"Alpha, everything is ready… we just need your permission," Gaia said, her voice steady yet filled with a sense of urgency.

Cade gave her a nod. "Let's move out."

Gathering his top ...