Aftermath and recovery

Alpha Cade stood under the warm cascade of water, letting it wash away the grime and blood from the recent battle. The bathroom, a stark contrast to the chaos outside, was his sanctuary. The water beat against his skin, soothing his tense muscles and clearing his mind. For a moment, he closed his eyes, letting the steam envelop him, trying to find a sense of peace amidst the turmoil.

He couldn’t stay here forever, though. His pack needed him. With a sigh, Cade turned off the shower and grabbed a towel, drying himself off. He stared at his reflection in the mirror, seeing the weariness in his eyes, the lines of worry etched on his face. But there was also a spark of determination. They had won the battle, but the war was far from over.

He had pushed aside thought of Zyra and her new mate making love.

Dressed in simple, comfortable clothes, Cade made his way to the large wooden hall where his top warriors were waiting. The hall was bustling with activity; injured pack members were being