Chapter 221

NATALIE’S POV The moment the warrior burst into Liam’s office, everything shifted. There was no hesitation. Liam and I ran with the guard toward the border of the pack lands. We could hear the sound of distant snarls and clashing bodies already echoing through the trees. “Alpha,” the soldier panted as we approached the ridge. “there were at least three waves. They’re coming from different directions. Too many to be random.” I felt my pulse quicken. My wolf pressed at the surface. Kaia was restless and eager. When we moved up the slope, the sight before me stole my breath. Dozens of our pack members were already locked in battle with the rogues. The night air was alive with growls. I could hear the sounds of bodies hitting the ground, and the scent of blood. Warriors fought tooth and claw, but I could already see several injured. Some collapsed into the dirt while others dragged them to safety. My chest burned. These are my people. I didn’t think twice. I let my wolf move forward. I fel