Author’s POV

Killian stood face to face with Beta Night Fury, fury burning in his eyes. Nearby, Dark fought fiercely against Lilliana and the soldiers from Silbercrest.

“You betrayed me… for a woman,” Killian growled, his entire body trembling with rage. His claws extended, and in one swift leap, he lunged at Night Fury with a snarl, aiming to slash his throat.

Night Fury twisted at the last second, narrowly dodging the attack. The two shifted fully into their wolf forms, circling each other with their teeth bared and ears pinned back, growling.

“You've always been foolish, Killian,” Night Fury spat. “You murdered your own father. And you think you're...