Chapter 23 - The Caves

I feel the ache in my head become more intense as I follow Jordan in the dark forest.

My ears catch every little movement around us; my eyes see tiny worms crawling on the ground that I would've otherwise missed. I hear the crash of waves against rocks even though we are nowhere close to any of the beaches.

Jordan’s mom had walked in just before we were leaving, warning us not to wander in the dark. But we sneaked out anyway, carrying along some of the knives displayed on the wall.

By now, I assume that everyone is aware of what happened with Rachel. Bellpond is large enough, but it is well-connected. They would've linked the missing people with it.

The packs will meet soon and come to a decision about it.

I have no idea what is done in such a situation. Bellpond has fallen to several internal conflicts, but never had hunters entered the territory and succeeded in causing such havoc.

I've heard of entire packs being wiped out by hunters trained for generations with the best weapo