As the sun rose over the hills, its golden light reached through the trees, bathing our camp in a soft glow. I took a deep breath, feeling the warmth on my face and letting it fill me with hope. Yet, a part of me still felt the weight of worry. We had learned so much, and the danger ahead was growing clearer every day.
That's when Rylan appeared at the edge of our camp. He looked different than before, his face serious and his gaze steady. He walked slowly, showing he meant no harm. The pack members around me grew tense, but I held up my hand, signaling them to wait.
"Alpha Cinder," he called out, his voice calm. "I've come with an offer."
I met his eyes, studying his face. "An offer?" I repeated, feeling both curious and cautious. Rylan and I had been on opposite sides for so long, and I knew he could be clever. Could I really trust him?
