EASTERN PERIMETER - MOMENTS BEFORE
Damian, Damon, and approximately twenty pack warriors surrounded the intruder in a perfect tactical formation. Wolves in both human and shifted form created an impenetrable circle, all eyes fixed on the hooded figure who'd dared cross onto Blackwood territory without permission.
The stranger stood perfectly still, seemingly unconcerned by the fact that he was surrounded by apex predators who could tear him apart in seconds. His posture was relaxed, almost casual, like this was a social visit rather than a potentially lethal confrontation.
Damian stepped into the circle, his alpha presence radiating outward in waves of dominance that made even his own pack members lower their eyes. "Reveal yourself," he commanded, his voice cold as winter. "Or I rip out your throat right now."
