The Birth and Ambush

A few minutes after Maxmillian’s connection with Jason faded, Amelia gave birth to a baby girl. Maxmillian could feel the child's presence, sensing her arrival into the world.

"I have a niece now," Aleah said to Maxmillian, who was still deep in meditation. He let out a faint, tender smile.

"You can feel that too?" Maxmillian asked.

"Of course, everyone can feel it. Everyone knows another shape-shifter has been born," Aleah added, crouching to face him. "Her mere presence strikes fear into the hearts of evil. You must protect her at all costs. If not, you will lose everything."

"She’s protected. She’s in a place no one can reach, where no one can harm her," Maxmillian replied confidently.

"Let’s hope so," Aleah responded.

Unspeakable joy filled Maxmillian’s heart. He tried to contain his excitement, but it was still evident. Their hunt for Gerald continued, but they had no idea that they were already too late. A message came from Aleah’s hideout—Derrick had left the pack to deliver so