Chapter 21 Shifting Loyalties.

The night was unusually quiet as Douglas walked away from the Westville pack's territory. The trees loomed tall and dark around him, their shadows stretching long in the pale moonlight. The heated argument he had with Gary echoed in his mind, their voices still ringing with frustration and anger. Douglas had always been a loyal member of the Westville pack, but the recent events had pushed him to the brink. Gary’s insistence on attacking the humans in Westville had been the final straw. Douglas understood the necessity of maintaining their aggressive stance against the Ashwood pack, but Gary’s reckless actions had jeopardized their long-term goals. The recent defeat in the skirmish with the Ashwood pack had only amplified Douglas’s growing resentment. Gary's leadership was faltering, and Douglas could no longer stand by while their plans unraveled. He moved deeper into the forest, seeking solace in its seclusion. The further he went, the more isolated he felt, the rustle of leaves un