ARIA’S POV

“Elric.” Damon’s voice was low, but it cut through the crackling air.

Elric lifted his gaze from the map he’d been holding...though the map meant nothing now. His eyes, usually sharp and precise, lost focus for a breath before clarity slammed back into them.

Rowan’s voice thundered next. “Form up! No one scatters!”

We obeyed. Fear didn’t stop us...it herded us.

Around me, the pack trembled under invisible pressure.

“What is happening?” Mara breathed. Her ...