Chapter 120

Aubrey's POV Three months after the battle, I stood on the edge of the training grounds, watching as wolves from both Blood Hound Pack and Crescent Pack participated in joint combat exercises. Noah directed the training session, demonstrating techniques that blended both packs' fighting styles into something new and stronger. The sight of former enemies working together and learning from each other filled me with quiet pride. "Impressive progress," Knox said, coming to stand beside me. His hand found mine, our fingers intertwining with familiar ease. "It still amazes me sometimes," I admitted, leaning slightly against his solid warmth. "A few months ago, these wolves were trying to kill each other." The aftermath of Ivanka's defeat had left the Crescent Pack leaderless and disoriented. Many had been under her magical influence for years, their memories clouded, their actions not entirely their own. They had been victims as much as enemies. Knox, in a decision that surprised many but ul