Chapter 7 Shadows Of The Past

• The days blurred together inside the pack’s territory, a whirlwind of training, whispered conversations, and mounting tension. Ivy’s body ached from constant exertion, but each lesson sharpened her senses, carved away her doubts, and forged a new strength beneath her skin.
• Yet no matter how hard she tried, the shadows of her past clung tightly, refusing to loosen their grip.
• One evening, as twilight bled into night, Kael led her to a hidden cave near the edge of the forest. The entrance was almost invisible, cloaked by hanging vines and moss. Ivy hesitated but trusted Kael’s steady hand guiding her forward.