Chapter 74
As they approached the main entrance, Shane signaled for them to halt. He motioned for Romeo and Sean to join him, their heads close together as they conferred quietly.
"We need to breach the main gate," Shane said. "Romeo, take your team and create a diversion at the north wall. Sean and I will lead the main assault at the gate."
Romeo nodded, his expression serious. "Got it," he said. "We'll draw their attention away from the main entrance."
With a final nod of agreement, Romeo and his team moved silently toward the north wall, their steps careful to avoid detection. They took up positions behind a cluster of trees, their eyes fixed on the fortress's defenders. Meanwhile, at the main gate, Shane and Sean prepared for the assault. They signaled to the warriors behind them, their expressions grim but resolute.
"On my mark," Shane whispered, his voice barely audible over the rustling leaves. "Three... two... one... go!"
With a mighty roar, the pack surged forward, their momentum carrying them toward the fortress's main gate. Arrows flew from the walls, but the warriors pressed on, their determination unwavering.
Shane and Sean led the charge, their hearts pounding with adrenaline as they approached the gate. They swung their weapons with precision, felling rogue guards who dared to stand in their way.
Inside the fortress, the rogue lord and Cassie heard the commotion outside. The rogue lord's eyes narrowed with rage as he realized the pack's assault was underway.
"Defend the gate!" he bellowed. "Do not let them breach our defenses!"
Cassie nodded grimly, her hands tightening on her weapon. "We'll hold them off," she said.
The pack fought with determination and ferocity, their unity and training evident in every move. They pressed forward, driving the rogue guards back toward the fortress's interior.
Romeo and his team continued to create a diversion at the north wall, drawing rogue forces away from the main gate. They fought fiercely, their movements swift and precise as they engaged the enemy.
Meanwhile, inside the fortress, Avery and a small group of warriors worked their way through the darkened corridors, searching for any sign of Avery. They moved silently, their footsteps muffled by the thick dust that coated the floor. Avery's heart pounded with anticipation as they rounded a corner and came face to face with Cassie. The former packmate turned traitor stood before them, her expression a mix of anger and determination. "Avery," Cassie said. "I should have known you'd come crawling back."
Avery's jaw tightened, her eyes narrowing with resolve. "This ends now, Cassie," she said firmly. "You can't hide from what you've done."
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Avery raised her weapon, her grip steady despite the tension in the air. "We'll see about that," she said quietly.
With a battle cry, the warriors behind Avery surged forward, engaging Cassie and her guards in a fierce melee. Swords clashed, claws slashed, and teeth gnashed as the two sides fought for control of the corridor.
Outside, the battle raged on, the pack pressing forward with unwavering determination. They fought with everything they had, their hearts filled with a fierce desire to rescue Avery and defeat their enemies once and for all.
Shane and Sean led the charge, their voices ringing out over the chaos. "Push forward!" Shane shouted, his voice commanding yet filled with urgency. "We're almost there!"
The pack warriors responded with a renewed surge of energy, their attacks growing more coordinated and precise. They pushed deeper into the fortress, driving the rogue forces back with each step.
Inside the fortress, Avery and Cassie faced off in a brutal confrontation. They circled each other warily, their eyes locked in a silent battle of wills.
Avery faced Cassie in the dimly lit corridor of the fortress, their eyes locked in a silent exchange of animosity and determination. Memories of past grievances flashed through Avery's mind-years of enduring Cassie's bullying and resentment, moments that had shaped their tumultuous relationship within the pack.
"You always resented me, Cassie," Avery said. "But it ends now."
Cassie scoffed, her lip curling into a sneer. "You think you're better than me," she spat. "You've always had everything handed to you on a silver platter. Well, not anymore."
With a snarl, Cassie lunged at Avery, her movements swift and aggressive. Avery blocked the attack with a deft parry, her muscles straining under the force of Cassie's assault. The clang of metal echoed through the corridor as their weapons clashed, each strike reverberating with the weight of their unresolved history.
Avery fought with a controlled ferocity, channeling years of pent-up frustration and hurt into her movements. She countered Cassie's blows with precision, her focus unwavering despite the chaos unfolding around them. They circled each other, their breaths coming in ragged gasps as they sought an opening in their opponent's defenses.
"You were never stronger than me, Cassie," Avery said, her voice cutting through the din of battle. "You just never realized it."
Cassie growled, her eyes blazing with fury as she renewed her attack. She swung her weapon in a wide arc, aiming for Avery's head, but Avery ducked just in time. She retaliated with a swift kick to Cassie's midsection, catching her off guard and forcing her to stumble backward.
"You always thought you could push me around," Avery said. "But not anymore."
With a surge of determination, Avery pressed her advantage. She launched a series of quick, precise strikes, each blow landing with calculated force. Cassie staggered under the onslaught, her defenses weakening as Avery relentlessly drove her back.