As Ethan's feet touched the ground, the crackling energy around him subsided, leaving a faint hum in the air. Before he could speak, a wave of unexpected emotion washed over the scene. Marcus, overcome with relief and gratitude, sprinted towards Darius and planted a passionate kiss on his lips. Darius, surprise melting into affection, reciprocated with equal fervor, oblivious to the stunned silence that had descended upon the battlefield.
Ethan cleared his throat, the sound cutting through the unexpected display. "Ahem," he began, his voice a touch hoarse. "As the Alpha King," he declared, his gaze sweeping over the assembled troops, human, werewolf, and witch alike, "I say this – this is the beginning of a new era. An era of peaceful coexistence between all of us."
