Emilia and Ryker strategized in the hidden sanctuary, pouring over maps and intelligence.
"We need to infiltrate the Red Hand's headquarters," Emilia said, her eyes scanning the blueprints.
Ryker nodded. "I have a contact inside."
Emilia's gaze snapped up. "Who?"
"Aria's sister, Lila. She's been feeding us information."
Emilia's heart swelled with hope. "Can we trust her?"
Ryker's expression turned serious. "Lila risks everything to help us."
Just then, a soft knock echoed through the sanctuary.
Luca entered, his werewolf form receding.
"News from the pack," he said, his voice low.
Emilia's attention sharpened. "What is it?"
"The pack leader, Orion, will meet with us," Luca said.
Ryker's eyes narrowed. "What does he want?"
Luca's gaze locked onto Emilia. "To form an alliance."
Emilia's mind reeled. An alliance with the werewolves?
The possibilities swirled in her mind.
A united front against the Red Hand.
Emilia's determination hardened. "Let's do it."
The sanctuary's door creaked open once more.
Aria entered, her expression somber.
"What is it?" Emilia asked.
Aria's gaze locked onto hers. "Lila's been compromised."
Emilia's heart sank.
Their inside source, caught.
The Red Hand would stop at nothing.
Emilia's resolve hardened.
They would rescue Lila.
No matter the cost.