The remaining members of Team 2 were heading towards the pack.
Suddenly, Mathew yelled, "Stop!" Everyone's heart raced as he exclaimed, "Shit No No No No, She has killed Eduardo and Emma."
A member of Team 2 asked "him how do you know about that?"
To which Mathew replied, "Hear her howl. That's Ella. The howl she's giving, Her voice is echoing all over the forest, and her vocals are telling it perfectly that she is in pain and she has taken vengeance."
Without hesitation, Mathew shouted, "Let's go back to Ella!" The rest of Team 2 followed as they made their way back to where I was. Along the route, Mathew let out a howl to warn me that they were coming to take their revenge. I was ready for them in my rage mode and completely out of my mind.
As Team 2 approached, they found Eduardo half-fainted on the route. He told them everything that he and Emma had planned, and then they left him behind, telling him to wait until they return. The anger and fury in their eyes were palpable as they hurried to take their revenge from me.
Mathew's voice echoed through the forest. "Hey Ella, so you didn't die."
I was waiting, sitting on a rock with eyes still red because of rage. I growled at him.
"There is no way back," he continued. "You're surrounded."
Suddenly, four figures emerged from the bushes and encircled me. They thought I was trapped, sitting on the rock with my leg up and my hand on my knee, next to Emma's lifeless body they didn't knew that I'm the trap.
"So you have finally killed your best friend too, you traitor," Mathew spat.
I was still sitting, fueling my own rage.
"She's in rage mode," one of the Team 2 members shouted with fear in their voice. Mathew got terrified too after knowing that I'm in a Rage Mode!!!!
"Everyone stay back from her, no one will attack her directly," Mathew ordered his teammates to keep their distance from me.
Then I felt something deep within me stir, I growled and my claws came out of my hands. My eyes turned an even deeper red as I howled that echoed through the air with all the anger I had within me, "Aoooooooooooooo!"
In a flash, I reached Mathew, who was standing right in front of me with a little distance. His terror was palpable, and he knew that his death was imminent. He looked absolutely terrified as he watched me move at an incredible speed. I stood in front of him staring into his yellow eyes with my own dark orbs. We were locked in a silent confrontation, until I made a move to attack
Mathew was unable to move or even take a breath, frozen in fear. But as the leader of Team 2, he knew he had to do something to keep himself alive. He still couldn't move, but before I could attack, I quickly smelled and sensed something was coming to me.
I lowered my hand and swiftly moved to the left side, In that split second, I grabbed Mathew and pulled him to my side, using him as a shield. And then, just as quickly as it had come, the danger was upon me – an arrow pierced Mathew's stomach
Werewolves soldiers out of no where emerged from the bushes, I knew I was surrounded. The remaining members of Team 2 were forced to their knees and arrested. I could feel my heart pounding in my chest, knowing that this was my only chance to avenge the death of my love. With a growl, I raised my hand to strike at Mathew. The tension was palpable as already injured Mathew braced himself for the final blow. But just as I was about to deliver the fatal blow, a mysterious object called 'TomTom' struck my hand, causing me to drop it. The tool, covered in Lupinum, was undetectable to my senses.
*NOTE*
"TomTom is a unique tool that is frequently used by werewolves in their missions and wars against enemy werewolves. The weapon is designed as a simple stick or a more elaborate weapon with sharp edges and intricate engravings, and is covered with Lupinum, a rare and powerful plant species. The Lupinum covering on TomTom makes it difficult for werewolves to detect the weapon, giving the attacker an advantage in combat. When used in combat, TomTom has the ability to temporarily disable a werewolf's sense of smell and sight, making them vulnerable to attack because of the Lupinum covered on it."
And as I looked around, I realized that all the soldiers were wearing suits covered with Lupinum, That is why I wasn't able to smell them and detect TomTom coming.
Suddenly, I heard footsteps behind me and before I knew it, I was under attack. My instincts kicked in and I quickly realized that I had to leave Mathew behind and face my attacker head-on. I jumped into the middle of the battleground dodging the attack, surrounded by a sea of werewolf soldiers.
It was then that I saw him – Commander Steve. He is the Commander of the entire werewolf army, including the special division. Despite his old age, he is considered as one of the most experienced and powerful werewolf of our era. I knew that my revenge just got a whole lot harder.
"Commander, she's in rage mode. You have to kill her," Mathew said to Steve.
"I know that. We're aware of it. We have WolfsBane Gasbombs with us. Don't teach me what to do and what not to do, especially after what you've done," Steve replied angrily.
Steve was staring at me with his green eyes. Those were the eyes of a fourth-stage a.k.a Alpha.
*IMPORTANT NOTE*
"There are five stages of werewolves, each with their own unique abilities and powers.
The first stage is the normal form of a werewolf which normal civilians have, in which they possess their basic abilities and strengths with white eye color.
The second stage is known as the Hunter stage, where a werewolf's power, scent ability, and running ability increase by 25%. This stage is commonly found among normal werewolf soldiers who are trained to hunt and defend against enemies with silver eye color.
The third stage Is the Elite stage, in which every ability of a werewolf increases by 50%. This stage is only achieved by special werewolf soldiers who have undergone rigorous training and are exceptionally skilled with yellow eye color and werewolves with that stage can become a soldier of Special Division.
The fourth stage Is the Alpha stage, which is mostly achieved by high-profile werewolves such as commanders or leaders of special soldiers teams with green eye color. In this stage, every power of a werewolf increases by 75%, and these werewolves are also better in fighting, identifying howls, making plans, and have higher IQs. This stage have green eye color.
The fifth and final stage Is known as the Rage Mode. This is a rare and dangerous stage that can only be awakened by deep pain and anger which is with completely red eye color. In this stage, a werewolf's every power increases by 100%, but they lose control and cannot even identify their loved ones and the individual cant speak in that mode as their mind stop working. This stage is extremely dangerous and rare only first werewolf The Father of All Werewolves was able to control it according to the history. This stage have red eye color"
Commander Steve and I locked eyes for a moment, and in a split second, he vanished from my sight, only to reappear behind me moments later. The shock of his speed left everyone gaping in awe.
"So that's the power of Alpha Stage," a werewolf soldier muttered in disbelief.
But before Steve could even react, I hit him hard with my elbow, His body was sent flying five meters away from where he stood.
"And that's the power of Rage Mode," another werewolf soldier chimed in.
The soldiers around us speculated on the epic battle that was about to ensue, but I wasn't so sure. However, before we could continue, I realized that WolfsBane Gas Bomb exploded nearby. I realized then that Steve had been trying to trick me into triggering the bomb, but my reflexes were too quick the moment it blasted I managed to throw it away.
"Wow, what a reflex! Rage mode is literally so awesome," a werewolf soldier exclaimed.
Turning to Steve, I said, "You're so wise, aren't you?"
A random werewolf soldier spoke up, "Wait, werewolves in Rage Mode can speak?"
With a sly grin, Steve responded, "She's not under Rage Mode anymore."
*FLASHBACK OF HOW STEVE TRICKED EMMA*
As I saw Captain Steve got vanished from my eyes after scolding at Mathew, I turned to look at him. Suddenly, I found him at the back of me then I hit him with my elbow ruining his plan of attacking me from back but that wasn't his plan. He left Lupinum Gas bomb there. However, The moment it blasted I threw it away. But the tip of TomTom entered my hand which was actually broke inside the gas bomb and it was all Steve's plan, leaving some Lupinum particles inside
"Lupinum is a rare and powerful plant species. The plant possesses a unique ability to mask the scent and sight of werewolves. However, harvesting the plant is a dangerous and difficult process that only a few skilled individuals possess the knowledge to do. Lupinum can also re-transform werewolves from their special form stages to their normal form or to human if they're hybrid only if it's used perfectly."
*PRESENT MOMENT*
Suddenly, I felt a wave of dizziness, and I collapsed to the ground, reverting to my human form. As I lost consciousness, my mind raced back to when Steve had thrown the Lupinum Gas Bomb at me. I had been unable to identify his plan before it was too late.
When I opened my eyes, the first thing I noticed was a drip attached to my hand. My vision was little blurry, and I couldn't understand where I was.
"Where am I?" I muttered.
Trying to get a clear view of my surroundings. Suddenly, I remembered everything that happened, and I called out Jason's name. Panic started to grip me, and I jumped off the bed, but my legs felt weak, and I stumbled down. The nurse came in and tried to make me lie down, but I refused, asking for Jason and Emma's whereabouts. But then, Captain Steve entered the room with a plaster on his hand and delivered the devastating news,
"They're dead."
I couldn't believe what I heard, and shock overtook me.
"What.. What do you mean?" I asked in disbelief.
"You've killed Emma when you were in your rage mode after Team 2 killed Jason," he explained.
I was devastated and speechless. "So that wasn't a dream," I whispered to myself, Accepting the harsh reality.
"Wow, I'm impressed that you accepted the reality that fast that's the thing I like in intelligent people that they accept the reality so fast." Captain Steve commented.
"Certainly, Ms. Ella. I actually came here to tell you that you are required to attend a hearing today to answer for your actions. Alpha has decided to review your case and decide on the appropriate consequences for your actions," Captain Steve said in a professional tone.
I slowly nodded my head in response to Captain Steve's words, still feeling the weight of the news about Jason and Emma's deaths. I couldn't believe that they were really gone, that I had lost two of the most important people in my life in one fell swoop and I was the reason they're dead. Despite my sadness, I knew I had to keep going, to face whatever was coming next.
"I'll be ready," I replied quietly to Captain Steve as he left the room.
The nurse urged me to lie back down on the bed, but I couldn't bear the thought of being still and helpless. Instead, I remained seated, lost in my thoughts and consumed by grief.
After 2 hours, when I felt better, the remaining members of Team 2 and I were called to the Alpha's place.
"Everyone on their knees, Alpha is coming!" A soldier shouted.
We quickly got into position as the Alpha entered and sat down in his chair. Everyone in the palace, including me, the Team 2 members, and the soldiers, howled "Aoooooooooooo" in respect of the Alpha. Then the Alpha gestured for us to quiet down and asked, "Tell me what's the matter."
The Alpha's Minister, who was standing beside Team 2 and me, explained the whole scenario to the Alpha.
"My lord, all of them are special soldiers from the special division. The lady here on my left side is Ella Juliana, daughter of Hizag Juliana. She is also the leader of Team 1's seven special soldiers, and she was assigned as the leader of the Peace Talk from our side. And these other five werewolves are the members of Team 2 who lost their two comrades, including Mark Peterson, the former leader of Team 2, who was assigned as the vice-leader of the Peace Talk from our side, and Emma Storm."
After introducing me and Team 2, the Minister explained the whole event that had happened to the Alpha. After listening to everything, the Alpha finally made his decision. He ordered the Minister to give a one-month jail sentence where they will be only provided with vegetables to the remaining members of Team 2 for leaving the pack and killing a human without any orders from the pack, and he ordered to kill me for killing my own comrade. After the Alpha's judgment, a soldier screamed.
"Hearing ends here," and everyone howled again in respect of the Alpha.
I was feeling happy that I was finally getting the punishment for my actions when suddenly a soldier came and whispered in the Alpha's ear. After that, the Alpha said,
"There are some changes here. Ella Juliana's decision will be taken by the Sigma." And then the Alpha stood up from his chair, leaving me and the others wondering what would happen next.