Jack's POV For the first time in weeks, I feel a sense of accomplishment. We’ve found a place we can finally call our own. As I take it all in, Jordan steps up beside me, his eyes scanning the scene with a look of satisfaction.“You’ve led us through a lot, Jack,” he says, his tone filled with respect. “Not everyone could have done what you did, guiding us through those woods, keeping us safe. We’re here because of you.”I return his gaze, giving a half-smile. “It wasn’t just me. This land is fertile, blessed. It’ll provide for us, I know it. The gods are on our side.”Jordan nods, the flicker of hope clear in his eyes. “We can finally build something better, something that’ll last.”Before I can respond, a ripple of tension moves through the camp. The laughter dies down, conversations fall silent, and I hear a low murmur of unease from the pack members nearby. My senses sharpen, my eyes narrowing as I follow their gazes toward the edge of the clearing.A lone figure steps out of the
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