(Kael)
The sound of howling snapped me from my thoughts. Not the normal pack communication we use for daily activities. This was the emergency call that meant immediate danger.
Aria sat up beside me, instantly alert. "What is that?"
"Attack signal," I said, already moving to get dressed. "Someone's hit our borders."
We dressed quickly in combat gear. I grabbed my weapons while Aria strapped on her knife and sword. Through our bond I could feel her fear mixed with determination.
The pack house was alive with activity when we reached the main floor. Warriors ran toward the exits. Parents gathered their children. Elders moved to the safe rooms we had prepared for exactly this situation.
Cassian appeared at my side, breathing hard from running.
"Report," I ordered.
"Silverpeak raiding
