*TRAE’S POV*

I stood tall, my senses on high alert as my pack and I found ourselves encircled by a pack of unfamiliar wolves.

I glanced down at Mira and could see the worry etched on her face. We were both anticipating the same thing: Shadow Wolves and their pet rogues.

"Have your implement ready," I whispered to her, my voice low, meant only for her ears. "We need to be prepared for anything."

Mira nodded and untied her ...