The Battle 5.2

Both packs froze. Kendrick stayed still. He was sure that Ivan had made his decision after careful consideration. However, the stakes of Ivan's game were incredibly high.

On the other hand, Ivan didn't falter in the slightest. He met Connor's threat with equal ferocity. He didn't let go of Bethany as he continued to scan his surroundings.

Ivan spotted Ferdie. Their eyes met and the look in Ferdie's eyes showed that he understood the task he had been given.

There was no room for doubt. Ivan sank his fangs into Bethany's neck and completed his task. Bethany's blood vessels burst and blood spurted everywhere. Bethany's body dropped lifeless.

The Nimbria pack was shaken. Connor howled in rage. Then he howled again, giving the order to the wolf holding Usher hostage. He would make good on his threat; Bethany's death would be paid for with Usher's life.

The wolf immediately carried out the order. He threw Usher into the nearest pile of rocks. The Frostholm pa