Chapter 36 The Hunter’s Confrontation.

The tension in the air was thick as the Ashwood pack gathered near the old mill on the edge of town, a location they had chosen for this critical meeting. Noah’s face was a mask of calm determination, but I could sense the underlying worry in his eyes. The hunters had finally made their move, and now we were moments away from a confrontation that could determine the future of both our worlds. Noah turned to the pack, his voice low and steady. “Remember, our goal here is peace. We don’t want bloodshed. If they attack, defend yourselves, but do not engage unless absolutely necessary. We need to show them that we’re not the monsters they think we are.” Evelyn, Liam, and the others nodded in agreement, though I could see the unease in their expressions. The Ashwood pack was strong, but they were also painfully aware of the consequences if this encounter went wrong. The prophecy still loomed over us, a shadowy threat that none of us could ignore. I stood off to the side with Elsa, my hea