Ava’s POV
The pack grounds shook with the sounds of battle. Even from the safety of the houses, I could hear the clash of claws and steel, the shouts of warriors, the inhuman howls of rogues. It pressed against my chest, demanding something from me, tugging at the mate bond with Kane.
I couldn’t just sit here, not anymore.
I slipped out the back, keeping my steps light. My heart pounding with every glance over my shoulder, afraid that one of the guards might catch me and drag me back inside but I couldn’t hide while others bled. I had power now, Ella’s strength and I needed to use it.
The night was filled with smoke and the copper scent of blood. The further I went, the louder the battle grew, until the ground itself seemed to shake beneath my feet. I had almost reached the training fi
