Chapter 81

"What is our purpose here?" Shawn, recently promoted to the Lycan King's squad for the full moon, inquired. The guards, following Zachary's instructions, transported Zachary, Sven, Anna, and Shawn to the farthest reaches of the werewolf realm, well beyond Crescent Isle. This was the route that brought one to the gateway of the Shadow Realm. Zachary was aware that Shawn could identify it from their time here two years prior. The moon was nearing its highest point, and Zachary sensed a powerful energy coursing through him, bulging with vitality. "You were curious about the reasons behind my actions and the decision to send Scarlett away. You were curious about my connection with Anna; here it is." "This is the gateway to the Shadow Realm." Shawn accurately highlighted this, and Zachary agreed with a nod. "Indeed, the Shadow Realm has grown its domain over the past two years, and shortly, it will engulf the entire surrounding pack, leaving nothing behind. Crescent Isle is among these ne