Chapter 15: Shadows Closing In
Ava's POV
Moonlight danced across the forest, and my magic swelled. Elijah's teachings resonated within me. I was becoming the alpha I was meant to be.
Suddenly, a chill ran down my spine. External threats. Elijah's warning echoed in my mind.
I sensed it – a dark presence lurking beyond our borders.
"Kael!" I called out.
Kael's Story
Ava's urgency drew me to her side. Her eyes flashed with concern.
"What is it?" I asked.
"A threat," she whispered. "Lurking outside."
Together, we patrolled the perimeter. Ava's magic illuminated the darkness.
A figure emerged from the shadows – Ryker, Victor's loyalist.
"Ava, you're a hard woman to find," Ryker sneered.
Ava's magic surged, and I stood ready.
Ava's POV
Ryker's presence ignited my fury. How dare he threaten my pack?
My magic burst forth, but Ryker countered with dark energy.
Kael leapt forward, shielding me.
"Protect Ava!" he growled.
Kael's POV
Ryker's betrayal cut deep. Once a brother, now a foe.
I clashed with Ryker, our blades ringing out.
Ava's magic fueled my strength.
"Kael, trust me!" she cried.
Together, we fought.
Ava's POV
As Ryker fell back, I realized Kael's loyalty was unwavering.
"Thank you," I whispered.
Kael's eyes locked onto mine.
"Forever, Ava."
Kael's POV
Victor's influence still lingered within me. But Ava's love and trust had conquered that darkness.
I would defend her, no matter the cost.