BRODY'S MISSION

A guard burst into the cell and shouted. “The Emissary wants you.”

Brody's wolf surged forward, ready to take on whatever lay ahead. He knew it wouldn't be easy, but he was determined to escape, to take down The Order, and to uncover the secrets that lay hidden.

Brody's eyes adjusted to the dim light as he was led out of his cell and into the Emissary's chambers. The air was thick with the scent of incense, and the Emissary's presence seemed to fill the room.

"Brody," the Emissary said, its voice dripping with false warmth. "I see you're feeling better. I trust your...condition is under control?"

Brody's wolf growled, but he nodded, wary of what was to come.

"I have a mission for you, Brody," the Emissary continued. "A test of your loyalty. You see, we've had reports of a rogue pack, one that threatens our authority. I want you to...persuade them to join us."

Brody's instincts screamed warning. This was a trap, a way to test his loyalty and crush any dissent. He considered using the k