The morning sun bathed the forest in a warm, golden light, signaling a new beginning for the packs. As the remnants of the task force gathered in the clearing, their faces reflected the mixture of exhaustion and triumph that came with hard-won victory. Alex stood at the forefront, his eyes scanning the group with a sense of pride and determination.
Sara approached him, her presence a comforting reminder of their bond. "We did it, Alex. We've defeated The Shadow."
Alex nodded, the weight of their accomplishment settling over him. "Yes, but this is just the beginning. We've shown that we can stand together, but now we need to make sure this unity lasts."
Marcus joined them, his arm still bandaged but his spirit unbroken. "The council needs to see what we've achieved. They need to understand that our strength lies in our unity."
