Graham immediately shifted into his Lycan form, growling in response. The beast lunged at us, its claws slashing through the air. Graham met it head-on, their bodies colliding with a force that shook the chamber. I backed away, trying to stay out of the fray, my eyes scanning for any sign of escape.

In the midst of the battle, I noticed another figure emerging from the shadows. It was Almond. He stood there, watching us with a detached expression, his presence adding to the chaos of the moment.

"What are you doing here?" I shouted, trying to keep my voice steady despite the fear gripping me.

Almond's gaze was cold....