Xavier's POV

I had never felt so helpless before. The wild creatures kept attacking without rest, and our pack was growing weaker. My mind raced, searching for a solution as more of those ruthless beasts closed in.

Everyone was exhausted, but the creatures never slowed down. Hours had passed, and with each moment, our hope faded.

“Aim for the head!” I shouted to Jerry as he targeted one of the beasts, while I sat trapped in my wheelchair.

Then the truth hit me—we were wasting our ...