Chapter 10

The energy in the clearing had shifted dramatically after Alpha Philip’s announcement. The festive mood was quickly replaced with a sharp intensity as pack members hurried to form their teams for the Wolf Hunt. The hunt was always one of the most anticipated events of the year, but this time, with the added promise of the Alpha’s favor, the stakes were higher than ever.

Zoe glanced around the grounds, noticing the quiet discussions happening among some of the higher-ranking wolves. The Ironclaw Pack members stood in a tight circle on the edge of the clearing, their expressions hard as stone. Their leader, a tall, broad-shouldered man with dark hair, was speaking in low tones to his team, occasionally casting a glance toward Alpha Philip. Zoe could feel the tension in their body language - the Ironclaw wolves were not pleased.

“Zoe!”

Dominic’s voice snapped her back to the moment. He strode toward her with purpose, Nikola and Sara following closely behind him. As he approached, Zoe not