Chapter 36: The First Convergence
The Alpha estate burned behind them as they raced through the forest. Smoke stained the night sky, blotting out stars. "Keep moving!" Kael ordered, leading their small group deeper into Shadowfang country. They had escaped the attack with minutes to spare, taking only essentials: weapons, the map, and Thorne's journals. Half their warriors stayed behind to guard the pack while the rest scattered to safe houses. Liana's lungs burned as she ran.
