Marcus pulled Lucian aside immediately after Maya's warning, bringing the leopard siblings with him. The gravity in Marcus's expression made Lucian's usual calm demeanor falter.
"We need to call a meeting," Lucian said after hearing their intel. "Now."
Within an hour, the cabin's main room had transformed into an emergency council chamber. Fenrir, the wolf pack leader, arrived first—his massive form making the room feel smaller. The fairy leader Rowan materialized next, bringing with him the scent of ancient magic. Adrian, representing the shifters, slipped in silently, followed by three other vampire coven leaders.
Samantha, Kai, Maya, and Lucas stood against the far wall, observing. The tension in the room was palpable.
"The Ancients?" Fenrir's deep voice rumbled with disbelief after Marcus explained. "You're certain?"
Maya stepped forward. "We've tracked their energy signatures. They're awakening, and they're angry."
