The moon was low in the pitch-black sky, its eerie light illuminating the dark forest as Kathy and Alpha Noux ventured further into their territory. Every step was filled with tension, the unspoken words between them heavy in the air.

Kathy glanced at Noux, his expression unreadable. "We're getting closer," she said, her heart pounding.

Noux nodded, his eyes scanning their surroundings. "Alpha Soren won't be far. We have the element of surprise on our side."

As they approached an old oak tree, a sinister figure emerged from the shadows, revealing Alpha Soren with a malicious grin. "Well, well, look who decided to pay me a visit," he taunted, his...