CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SIX BURNING DESIRE, BURNING LIES

LUCA'S POV I stood at the front of the pack, my eyes scanning the faces before me. The tension in the air was thick, but it was fueled by determination, not fear. These wolves were ready to fight, to tear through whatever obstacles stood in their way to save their alpha. My alpha. Our alpha. Javion needed us, and we would not fail him. “Alright, listen up!” I barked, my voice cutting through the murmurs of the pack. The wolves immediately fell silent, their eyes fixed on me. “We’ve trained hard these last few days, and I’m proud of each and every one of you. But this isn’t just about strength or speed. It’s about loyalty, about protecting our own. We’re not just saving an alpha; we’re saving our family.” I could see the resolve in their eyes, the silent agreement that rippled through the crowd. I knew they understood, but I needed to push them further. This wasn’t just about training; it was about preparing for war. “We’ve got one shot at this,” I continued, pacing in front of them