Selene's POV

The Silverriver Pack's territory was unlike anything I had seen before.

A wide valley stretched between green hills, filled with wildflowers and ancient trees. A clear river ran through the center of the valley, its surface shining beneath the sunlight like liquid silver.

The sound of flowing water followed me as I approached the village.

Everything looked peaceful.

Too peaceful.

After everything I had faced, I had learned not to trust silence.

My wolf remained alert inside me.

She could sense something beneath the calm.

I continued forward.

The village was built along the river.

Silver-furred wolves moved between the houses, carrying baskets, repairing fences, and tending to...