Chapter 135. The Beta’s Refusal

Eryndor’s POV

[Zephyr’s flashback continues]

Another dawn broke over the chaotic metropolis of Westeria, home of the savage Dreadmaw Pack. Seventeen years—every one of Zephyr’s years—had been dedicated to training for this moment. His entire life had prepared him to surpass his father, Byron, and to master the proper control of his Garou Lycan form. Over time, his dedication had won him growing respect among the pack members, and he was determined to push himself even further.

Day after day, Zephyr honed his ability to manipulate the nerves that register pain. In his relentless experimentation, he devised a brand-new technique he christened “Neuralgia.” This devastating move concentrated massive waves of agony into an enemy’s body all at once. He had based Neuralgia on the method of his idol, Alpha Kareth, who wielded a similar ability—but empowered it with nuclear magic rather than raw nerve stimulation. Each flare of Kareth’s power inspired Zephyr to refin