The decision to move wasn’t made lightly. Hollow Mountain had been their sanctuary through war, betrayal, and rebirth, but it was never meant to be forever. The caves, once a symbol of survival, were cramped now, full of new families, new bonds, and children running wild through echoing tunnels. What had been a refuge was turning into a cage.

Celeste stood at the entrance to the main cavern, arms folded, watching as warriors and Omegas hauled bundles of supplies. The air smelled of dust and ...