As Jack stood toe-to-toe with his brother, tension crackled in the air like an impending storm. Both of them were acutely aware of the invisible line that separated them—a threshold that, if crossed, would ignite an all-out war. The consequences of such a move weighed heavily on their minds; stepping over that boundary meant abandoning all caution, rendering the entire pack vulnerable to a surprise attack. Uncertainty loomed as we contemplated the strength of Thomas's forces, lurking just beyond our line of sight.
The low murmur of voices drifted from behind Thomas, a reminder that he hadn’t come alone. Yet, shadows obscured the silhouettes of his followers, leaving Jack with a sense of foreboding. He knew Thomas well enough to recognize his recklessness—he wouldn’t dare approach without
