The days following their victory in the ancient temple were filled with activity and preparation. The Montgomery and Drakkar packs worked tirelessly to bolster their defenses and reinforce their alliance. Despite their recent success, the looming threat of Lysander cast a long shadow over their efforts. The packs knew that they could not afford to rest on their laurels.
Marinetta found herself increasingly preoccupied with the task of uniting the two packs. The Drakkar warriors were still wary, their trust in the Montgomery pack still in the process of being solidified. Though they worked together well enough, there was an undercurrent of suspicion and unease that Marinetta could not ignore.
One evening, as Marinetta reviewed the latest intelligence reports, Harley joined her in the command tent. He looked tired but determined, his focus evident in the way he scrutinized the maps and reports spread out before them.
