CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY ONE – NEW TO THE PATROL

Laura stood at the edge of the forest, her newly heightened senses on high alert. The scent of pine and damp earth filled her nostrils, but beneath it all, she could smell the underlying tension that permeated the air. She watched as Logan barked orders to a group of werewolves preparing for patrol. "Laura!" Logan's voice cut through her thoughts. "You're with Vivienne's group today. Pay attention and try not to slow them down." Laura nodded, trying to hide her disappointment. She had hoped to be assigned to Logan's team, but it seemed he was keeping his distance lately. As she joined Vivienne's group, the statuesque blonde werewolf gave her a cold once-over. "Try to keep up, newbie," Vivienne said with a smirk. "We can't afford any mistakes out there." The group set off into the forest, moving swiftly and silently. Laura struggled to match their pace, her movements still clumsy and uncoordinated compared to the seasoned werewolves. As they reached the border of their territory, Vi