I slumped back in my chair, a heavy weight settling on my shoulders. The briefing I had just received about the dominance of the Nosferatu vampires in Crescentville had left me disheartened. I had hoped that this city would be the perfect place for my pack to establish their territory, a sanctuary where they could live in harmony, protect the innocent and increase our strengths, influence and dominance. But now, it seemed like an impossible dream.My pack members, David, Gideon, Daniella, Kayla, and Zack, looked at me, their expressions filled with concern. They had sensed the change in my demeanor, the sadness that now clouded my eyes. David, always perceptive, stepped forward and laid a comforting hand on my shoulder. The touch was warm, but it couldn't dispel the chill that had settled in my heart."Victor, what's wrong?" David asked, his voice laced with worry. Gideon, standing tall and strong, crossed his arms, waiting for my response. Daniella, ever observant, studied my f
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