Chapter 122

Chassy

My heart pounded in my chest as I watched the battlefield unfold before my eyes. The clash of fangs and claws painted a chaotic tableau, yet my focus zeroed in on Xander, leading our pack with unwavering strength. Ethan, standing beside me, shared the intensity of the moment. Little did we know, it held a cruel surprise.

Suddenly, a sinister figure emerged from the shadows—a vampire wielding a gleaming blade. My breath caught as the moonlight revealed the malevolent intent etched on the vampire's face. In that harrowing moment, time seemed to slow, with each beat of my heart echoing with ominous dread.

Ethan's grip tightened on my arm, his instincts sensing the impending danger. I felt his fear intertwine with mine as we both witnessed the unfolding tragedy. The vampire approached Xander stealthily, a predator ready to strike its unsuspecting prey.

"No," I whispered, the word catching in my throat. The impending doom hung in the air, t