After the battle was over and the three packs' alliance was established, Jacob and Leah focused on the Night Wind Pack's future. Barduff Castle was still scarred by the war, but hope had started to grow inside its walls.
Jacob surveyed the area from the top of the castle's tallest tower. All surviving pack members united even though they suffered significant casualties throughout the attack. Survival brought them to this point where they needed to rebuild. Leah walked alongside him while placing her hand on his arm to offer him support with her soothing touch.
She believed they had reached an important turning point to reshape their destiny.
Our support extends beyond our pack to everyone who rallied behind us.
Jacob gave a nod. Our priority must be to protect our people while restoring their homes and strengthening our defense capabilities.
The alliance with White Dawn and Tailwind must be more than words—it has to be action."
Leah was in charge of planning the restoration. She delegated teams to rebuild the castle walls and defend the perimeter while Beta Darius supported workers to care for families who lost their homes. She unified the pack to pursue a shared goal of restoring their vanished achievements through collaborative work.
Jacob met with Samuel Ordwolf and Marcus Irving during this time to strengthen their mutual commitment to forming the alliance. The packs developed trading routes to enable resource sharing among themselves. Warriors from all packs combined forces to train for better defense against future dangers.
As Serafina demonstrated her commitment she presented defense strategies to the pack which showed her potential to become a future leader. Leah felt tremendous joy when she witnessed the progress made by Serafina because she understood that Serafina would eventually become a vital member in the pack's future leadership.
Barduff Castle was stronger than ever as the days stretched into weeks, both physically and morally. For the Night Wind Pack, the ties forged in combat had ushered in a new era. Even though there would undoubtedly be difficulties, Jacob and Leah prepared themselves because they knew that they could overcome anything as a team.
Jacob turned to face Leah and embraced her in the full moonlight. "We've made such progress," he whispered. And we'll continue on our way. Together.
Leah put her head on his chest and smiled. "With each other."