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00:00:00My Werewolf System. Chapters 1481 to 1490. Chapter 1481, Claws of the Pack.
00:00:11Instantly, Garre could feel it. The aura. It pressed against his skin like a heavy blanket,
00:00:19not suffocating, but empowering, an overwhelming tide of strength that was not hers alone.
00:00:24The essence of his entire pack flowed into him, their combined energy intertwining with his own.
00:00:30body. Even when he raised his hand and turned it over before his eyes, he could see its faint glow,
00:00:36a faintly green aura enveloping her skin, throbbing to the rhythm of her heart. She felt alive,
00:00:43as if countless voices, countless links, resonated within it, all lending their
00:00:49strength to the alpha. His body trembled, not from weakness, but from pure power. It was difficult
00:00:56know if he felt stronger than in his full transformation, but the feeling reminded him of the way
00:01:02golden, that fleeting and devastating power he had once wielded. However, this was different.
00:01:10This was the gift of the hammer. The bond of the pack.
00:01:13He was worried, Gary thought, tightening his grip on the werewolf warhammer.
00:01:21I thought this weapon wouldn't work properly unless I transformed myself. Finally,
00:01:27After all, it is intended to be worn by members of the pack, by those who embody the wolf bond.
00:01:34I thought maybe he wouldn't accept me unless I was in my wolf form.
00:01:38He flexed his hand around the handle of the weapon. The aura flared. But it's working.
00:01:46It's really working. And yet, a shadow lingered in his chest. He was holding it in.
00:01:54Saving it for lupus. If he came here in his true alpha form, if we had no other choice.
00:02:01I wanted to use it against him. This power is once a day. One chance only. That's why I didn't use it against him.
00:02:10Ilva, not even against her overwhelming moon form. But now... Gary exhaled sharply. He didn't hesitate any longer.
00:02:20He had no choice. The power was his, and the hammer no longer seemed like a weapon. He felt weightless,
00:02:27uniform, like an extension of his soul. I'm sorry, Kai, Gary whispered, though his words
00:02:35conveyed a firm determination. He clenched his jaw, raised the warhammer and threw
00:02:41to walk. His feet hit the broken ground as he ran. He jumped with explosive force, propelling him
00:02:49with both legs in the air, with the warhammer raised above his head, and an aura crackled
00:02:55around him like a storm. I need to do this. For your sake too. The green aura expanded,
00:03:03condensing, transforming. Upon reaching the peak of its arc, the energy transformed,
00:03:10turning into a huge, spectral claw, glowing a deep green as if a wolf
00:03:16ghost loomed over him. Kai, even in his wolf form, tried to dodge it. His instincts
00:03:23They screamed danger and their bodies moved like lightning. But it wasn't enough. The hammer,
00:03:30No, the claw fell too quickly, its reach too wide. The blow landed.
00:03:37The ground split under the impact. The impact cracked stone and earth alike,
00:03:44creating fissures that spread like cobwebs while pieces of debris rose up through the
00:03:49air. A thunderous roar crossed the battlefield. The sound was so violent that it made
00:03:55the walls of the nearby restaurant shook. Inside, those still recovering heard the
00:04:01The sound of household appliances falling to the floor. It was as if an earthquake had struck the building.
00:04:07and shook its foundations. Gary landed hard. The ground crunched beneath his feet. He exhaled through his teeth.
00:04:15clenched as the energy retracted, flowing back into him, the hammer pulsing in his
00:04:21hands. “Damn!” Gary muttered, his gaze fixed on where the attack had landed.
00:04:27—Don, did I hit him too? A strained groan answered him. Don emerged from the wreckage,
00:04:35with its body gleaming, its scales flickering slightly, although cracked in several places.
00:04:42Blood oozed from his lips, and he wiped it away with the back of his hand.
00:04:47"You did it," Don admitted hoarsely. He spat more blood onto the ground,
00:04:52but his eyes were shining with fire. And it hurt like hell. Of all I've received so far,
00:05:00That one, that one almost killed me. Gary's stomach tightened with guilt, but Don just smiled,
00:05:07straightening his back despite the blood dripping from his mouth. But I'm still alive. I'm still standing.
00:05:14I'm still ready to fight. The growl returned, low, primal, and furious.
00:05:20—Kai. The enormous figure of the wolf crossed the battlefield,
00:05:25charging at Gary like a possessed beast. His glowing eyes burned red,
00:05:31His mouth opened to reveal sharp fangs dripping with blood. He was wounded,
00:05:37Blood still dripped from its jaws, staining the fur around its jaws,
00:05:42but it only seemed to fuel his fury. Mid-leap, Kai moved.
00:05:47His body twisted, his bones broke, his muscles restructured until they
00:05:54It stood on two legs, its claws glistening with frost. Ice formed
00:05:59instantly in his hands. Frozen death-jawed spears shot towards the feet
00:06:05Gary's. But Gary was ready. He gripped the warhammer tighter and swung it.
00:06:11The weapon fell with devastating precision, shattering the fragments. These became
00:06:18shattered into a storm of icy fragments that scattered harmlessly across the ground.
00:06:24There was no time to breathe. Kai lashed out again, his claw slashing out,
00:06:30but Gary raised his hammer in time. The two blows collided with a loud bang that sent
00:06:35a shockwave that spread outwards, an explosion of pure energy that cracked the ground
00:06:41under his feet. Gary grunted, struggling against the force. He realized with sharp clarity,
00:06:48Before this, I wouldn't have been able to do it. If it had been just me. I wouldn't have had the speed
00:06:56to block it, nor the strength to stand up to it. It would have knocked me down instantly. But now,
00:07:03Now he stood firm. The aura of the pack washed over him, steadying him, propelling him even further.
00:07:11He pushed back. Hard. Kai stumbled a step as Gary pulled his claws away. The hammer
00:07:20war spun, turning towards Kai's chest, but the wolf twisted at the last second,
00:07:25missing the weapon by inches. Kai grunted and his body blurred forward again.
00:07:32Gary's instincts screamed and he raised his arm, swinging reflexively. And then it happened
00:07:38something extraordinary. The green aura that surrounded him seemed to detach itself from his body. It moved on its own,
00:07:46lunging forward. For an instant, it took the form of claws, enormous and spectral,
00:07:53reflecting the blow he had dealt with the hammer. The claw struck Kai, hitting him in the
00:07:59chest and slammed him into the ground. Dirt and stone erupted as his body slid
00:08:05across the ground. Gary froze, his eyes wide open. He hadn't expected it. He didn't even know
00:08:14that it was possible. He looked down at his hand, then back at the hammer, his heart pounding.
00:08:20with force. That, that wasn't just me. The power of the hammer. The aura of the pack. Combined with the
00:08:29mine. How powerful is this? For a moment, there was silence. Then, Don's laughter echoed
00:08:38in the rain-soaked air. "How good!" Don bellowed, his teeth stained with blood.
00:08:45while smiling. I knew you had something special, Gary. With that hammer in your hands, with the pack
00:08:52supporting you, and with me fighting by your side, his scales shone again as he raised his arms,
00:08:58This beast doesn't stand a chance. Together, this will be easy. Gary raised the hammer again,
00:09:06His aura shone brightly against the storm-dark sky. The rain had stopped. The field of
00:09:14battle lay soaked and broken. Gary, bloodied but relentless, stood up once
00:09:20again. Chapter 1482. Caught by the herd. The rain had finally stopped. The drumming
00:09:30The constant sound that echoed across the battlefield was gone, leaving only the wet sloshing of the
00:09:36water pooling on the uneven ground. The puddles glimmered faintly in the dim light,
00:09:42spreading in veins and streams across the rugged terrain. For the members of the white rose
00:09:48who watched from a distance, the sudden cessation of the storm caused a wave of unrest
00:09:53within their ranks. They exchanged quick, tense glances. "It's stopped raining," one of them muttered.
00:10:02That means, whispered another. They all shared the same thought. Without the rain, the force of
00:10:10Don would blindly diminish. His elemental powers came from the water that surrounded him.
00:10:16If the heavens no longer poured down their inexhaustible wealth, would he have lost his advantage? For an instant,
00:10:23It seemed that their concern might be justified. But they were wrong. Don didn't
00:10:29had stopped to hesitate. Instead of focusing on the rain continuing to fall without stopping, as before,
00:10:36had changed his approach completely. He had been preparing for this. While Gary and Kai
00:10:43were facing each other, Don had silently collected every drop, every puddle, every trace of water that
00:10:49He left the storm. He had been manipulating her from the moment the two alphas crossed paths.
00:10:56Now, that water circulated across the battlefield like a predator stalking its prey. Kai was
00:11:02standing in the center, and the ground beneath him glistened with liquid. With a roar of exertion,
00:11:09Don raised both hands. The water rose in dense, spiraling jets that twisted
00:11:14forming a vortex. The swirling current enveloped Kai, trapping him in a prison of
00:11:20liquid force. The vortex spun faster and faster, describing a relentless circle. The
00:11:28speed was astonishing, and each drop became a weapon. Each fragment of water hit the
00:11:35Kai's body with the force of a punch, hitting him again and again from all sides.
00:11:39angles. Reaching out against him was like being hit by a thousand fists at once. Not even
00:11:47Kai, in his frenzied alpha form, could simply force his way through without consequence. Still, Don knew
00:11:54that this wouldn't be enough to hold him back. Not for long. He'd seen it before, Kai was
00:12:01relentless, adaptable, and constantly learning from every exchange. Don gritted his teeth.
00:12:09He'll find a way out. He always does. And the wolf was already trying. Kai opened his mouth and,
00:12:17With a guttural growl, he unleashed his elemental power. A frigid air shot out, a frigid breath
00:12:24so cold that it gleamed white as it hit the swirling water. Ice began to form as
00:12:30instant, breaking in the vortex like expanding veins. But Don was prepared. The water
00:12:37It was spinning at such a speed that the frozen plates broke apart the instant they formed,
00:12:43shattered by the force of the current. The fragments cracked, splintered and
00:12:48They melted back into the stream before Kai could expand the freeze further.
00:12:54"Not this time," Don muttered softly.
00:12:57"Then, harder," he shouted at the other fighter.
00:13:01"Hey, greenhead." Don's voice echoed across the battlefield, cutting through the roar of the water.
00:13:08—That first move you made with the hammer, the one where you made that huge claw. If you can
00:13:15Repeat it, but smaller, with more precision, we can immobilize it. That's the goal, right?
00:13:24Capture him, not kill him. Gary's eyes widened, impressed despite himself. Don didn't
00:13:31He had been informed, he had not been told the plan, but he had already deciphered the nature of the power of
00:13:37Gary. He'd gotten to the fight with Austin almost at the end, and still, he didn't understand. Don insisted,
00:13:45His words were urgent. That aura surrounding you is more than just a glow. It's like an element
00:13:53own, a force you can mold. Earlier, you used it to create a giant claw. It's because
00:14:00You're used to it, right? It mimics the abilities of your altered form. But you're not limited to that. If
00:14:09you concentrate, you can condense it into any shape you want. Gary's grip tightened on the
00:14:15warhammer. Good thing you already have a hammer in your hand, Don continued. That gives you a
00:14:22reference. Think of its shape, a flat, heavy side, perfect for nailing, imagine it and press
00:14:29this beast where it belongs. From the outside, Don could already see it happening. Parts of the vortex were beginning to
00:14:36freeze again despite his efforts. Kai's persistence was terrifying. He was
00:14:43evolving in the midst of the fight, adapting, learning. The longer the battle dragged on,
00:14:50the more dangerous it became. Gary knew it too. They couldn't waste time. This was their chance.
00:15:00Gary stood up, bent his knees, and lifted himself up with immense strength. The hammer vibrated in his hands,
00:15:06and his aura intensified as he rose into the air. High above the battlefield,
00:15:12He grabbed the gun with both hands, raising it above his head. He concentrated, forcing himself to
00:15:19visualize the blow as clearly as possible. The claw-shaped aura he had summoned earlier.
00:15:26The feeling of his other abilities. The feeling of channeling power into precise shapes.
00:15:32The aura responded. It surged out from the hammer, widening in the shape Gary imagined.
00:15:40The glowing green energy spread out, covering him and expanding. It became more
00:15:46wide and heavy, forming a huge flat surface, just as Don had suggested. Gary squeezed
00:15:53teeth. His gaze fixed on Gary. I know you're strong, Gary. I know you'll survive this. But
00:16:02This is what I have to do. He swung. The aura-empowered hammer crashed down
00:16:09against the ground, descending like the fist of the heavens. Down below, Don didn't give up. He forced the vortex
00:16:17to spin even faster, even when almost everything froze. He knew it was his last
00:16:23opportunity. The blow landed. The hammer pierced the ice, shattering it as if it were
00:16:30brittle glass. It fell down, dragging with it the entire weight of the aura, the hammer and the
00:16:37Gary's force. The impact hit Calle full-on in his bipedal werewolf form, crashing him
00:16:43against the ground. The ground cracked violently, and stone fragments exploded upwards
00:16:49as his body crashed to the ground. The aura spread out, pressing down
00:16:55down, pinning Kai's body to the ground. The energy held him there, heavy
00:17:01and motionless, holding him in place despite his struggles. Now, Marie, roared Gary
00:17:08with all her might. She was already moving. Marie launched herself forward, her body glowing
00:17:16with the light of his moon form. He propelled himself with all his power, running across the ruined battlefield
00:17:22in an instant. The moment Gary raised the hammer and released the aura, Marie jumped. Her arms
00:17:30They surrounded the wounded Kai, and their moonlight tightened like chains. His voice broke as he cried,
00:17:37his body struggled to keep the furious alpha still. Kai, you've helped me enough.
00:17:44Chapter 1483, After the Storm. Marie attacked with all her might, her lunar form shining
00:17:52dimly under the full moon. Kai staggered thanks to Gary's powerful blow, and this was the
00:17:59opportunity she'd been waiting for. She wasn't slow in her lunar form, far from it, but she knew
00:18:05that even a heartbeat mattered when facing someone like Kai. His hands shot out and
00:18:11They grabbed him firmly by the shoulders before he could fully recover.
00:18:16"Good thing you always plan ahead, Kai!" Marie thought as she squeezed her even tighter.
00:18:21strength. You knew this could happen, so we practiced it over and over again. Right away,
00:18:29The faint silver threads of lunar energy that enveloped Marie began to flow towards Kai.
00:18:33Through his touch, light seeped into her body like water seeping into the earth.
00:18:39dry. The effect was immediate. The tension in her muscles began to decrease.
00:18:46The fierce, burning glow in his eyes dimmed, going from a deep red to something closer to
00:18:52exhaustion. Little by little, his enormous body shrank. The aura of pure energy that had
00:18:59The saturated battlefield began to dissolve, dissolving like fog in the morning sun.
00:19:05The oppressive weight that had oppressed everyone nearby was relieved with every second that
00:19:10passed by. Gary stood close, gripping the warhammer tightly, ready to act.
00:19:16at any moment. He raised his voice to the others, a firm reminder that cut through the chaos that
00:19:23faded. Remember. It's still a full moon night. Even though Kai is no longer in his true form
00:19:31alpha, the moon will continue to affect it. Everyone knew the danger was not yet gone. The size
00:19:38Kai's body continued to dwindle until his monstrous figure disappeared completely, leaving only his being
00:19:44human, naked, battered and trembling. His naked body shrank slightly, his hands clutching
00:19:52to his stomach, and his chest rose and fell with labored breaths. Exhaustion
00:19:58was reflected in every line of his figure. But he wasn't the only one who had changed.
00:20:04Mary had shrunk too. Her lunar form had vanished, leaving her standing there,
00:20:10in his human state. This raised a new question that remained in the air.
00:20:15"Am I okay?" Mary shouted quickly, squeezing Kai with one arm as she raised her free hand.
00:20:23to stop Gary. I didn't want him to get too close. I think Kai is exhausted, which
00:20:30It benefits us. But we still need a place to contain it, and I think it's best if you stay away.
00:20:37Her voice was firm, but there was underlying tension. She tried to reassure him while reminding everyone
00:20:44the risk. The moon class was unique. It was able to attract other werewolves to the pack,
00:20:51bending her will under the weight of the moon. That's why Mary wasn't so affected by the madness
00:20:58of the full moon like others. But Gary. Gary was an alpha. Mary realized the obvious truth.
00:21:06It was unlikely he'd ever be able to get another alpha on his side. And that meant Gary,
00:21:14Even at full strength, he might be far more vulnerable to Kai's unstable anger than she is.
00:21:20Luckily, although he was no longer in his moon form, he still felt a slight calm flowing through his veins.
00:21:27The moon didn't burn inside her like it did the others. She could feel the stirring in Kai's body,
00:21:33Yes, but it didn't boil over in the same way. Gary studied the scene carefully. He understood what
00:21:40what was happening. Kai had pushed himself to the limit, exhausting every ounce of his energy. Now
00:21:48his body wasn't even strong enough to maintain his werewolf form,
00:21:53no matter how much their instincts demanded it. For now, at least, they didn't have to worry about
00:21:59transformed again, as long as he didn't get food to replenish his energy. That
00:22:05would change everything. Marie stood by Kai's side, firm and protective, as Gary returned his
00:22:12attention to the wider battlefield. Members of the White Rose began to gather
00:22:18near him. Even now, they could feel the strange aura radiating from his body. The warhammer
00:22:26was still in his hands, and the green energy clung to him like a second skin, vibrating with
00:22:32pent-up power. Gary knew that if he put the weapon away, the energy would dissipate. But he didn't dare
00:22:39release it yet. He had already used the hammer's ultimate once, and he couldn't do it again.
00:22:46to use it in the same fight. Still, holding it in his hand comforted him. It was a reminder of the
00:22:54strength that he had just unleashed, strength that he had inherited from all the members of the pack. A
00:22:59Part of him even dared to hope that Ilva and Lupus would arrive now, while he still had that
00:23:05power within him. Maybe then he could finish him off. But deep down, Gary doubted it.
00:23:13His instinct told him otherwise. That Ilva would do it at the right moment. She would wait. She would attack.
00:23:21only when he no longer had the power of the warhammer. For a brief moment, however, Gary
00:23:28felt a small glimmer of hope. Everything seemed to be going well for them. The intervention of the White Rose had
00:23:35changed the course of several key battles. The Lupus group had been forced to take sides
00:23:41defensive. They fought, doing everything they could to maintain their position. But that fragile balance
00:23:49was breaking down. Chen was in no condition to fight. His body was exhausted, his skills
00:23:56exhausted. Adam was no better, his strange and unstable powers had become fickle,
00:24:02unreliable, leaving him weakened. Don had taken the hit from Gary's warhammer.
00:24:10The scales protecting him were broken, and there was still blood at the corner of his mouth.
00:24:16energy reserves were almost depleted. Although the altered could recover quickly,
00:24:23They weren't like werewolves. They couldn't just eat and regain their strength.
00:24:29They needed more time. And Gary himself had already revealed his ace up his sleeve. He had used the
00:24:37hammer's ultimate skill. Nothing was hidden from him. He clenched his jaw and muttered in a low voice
00:24:44low. If Lupus and Ilva return now, in their true alpha forms, what can we do? Miró
00:24:51towards the faint moonlight. Time was slipping away from them, in the right direction. Still
00:24:57There was one hour and thirty minutes left until sunrise. There was one hour and thirty minutes left to survive.
00:25:04ahead. Chapter 1484. The calm before the hunt. For the first time in what seemed like hours,
00:25:13The situation seemed to calm down for the howlers. The chaos had subsided. The constant threat of
00:25:20Kai's fury no longer hung over them. For now, at least, he didn't lash out, he didn't attack his
00:25:27allies with that wild and uncontrollable force. The relief, however, was superficial. It was not
00:25:35A true calm. The air still vibrated with tension. Everyone knew this wasn't the end,
00:25:42just a pause before the real storm came. The final battle, the only reason
00:25:49for which they had gathered there, had not yet arrived. Marie remained crouched beside Kai,
00:25:55but carefully, without taking her eyes off him. She attended to him in silence, her body tense with the
00:26:02tiredness, while Gary spoke in a low voice with the members of the White Rose who had appeared
00:26:07at the critical moment. Well, I think it's pretty clear now, Don said in a husky but firm voice,
00:26:14He's not just any freak. I've never seen one capable of influencing others so much. Always
00:26:21There was mystery surrounding this group of yours, but this, this explains everything. The penetrating gaze
00:26:28Don's gaze shifted towards Kai. Then he understood clearly, the one he had been against
00:26:34fighting, the wild beast that almost tore him to pieces, was the same person who had summoned him there in
00:26:40for help. Kai, the alpha who had seemed calm and calculating, had transformed into something
00:26:46completely different. He seemed wild, unhinged, more like a crazed lunatic than a
00:26:53werewolf. And yet there he was now, naked and human, surrounded by allies who still trusted
00:27:00in it. The contradiction worried Don. He and his men had come to help, but each time it was
00:27:08more evident that they were far above their usual capacity. This was not the kind of enemy
00:27:14or ally they were used to facing. "I suppose Lupus will return?" Don asked.
00:27:20Finally. —Is there anything we should do? —Something we should prepare?
00:27:27Gary was silent for a moment, imagining different scenarios. The fight wasn't over,
00:27:33Not even close. If Lupus or Ilva were to return in full force, they needed a plan. But first,
00:27:41They had to make sure Kai didn't become their next problem.
00:27:46“There’s an underground storage room under the restaurant,” Gary said finally.
00:27:51His tone was determined. “We’ll take Kai there.”
00:27:56—Marie will stay with him to keep an eye on things, but we need to make sure he doesn't get any food.
00:28:02—If he recovers, he'll be able to transform again.
00:28:05"I'll keep watch too," Adam added.
00:28:07—His voice sounded tired, but firm. —With my current powers, I can still take on a man.
00:28:14weakened. —But in a real fight?
00:28:18"It would just get in the way." "Unfortunately, the same thing happens to me," Chen admitted.
00:28:25He raised an arm and let the light reflect off the cracked remains of his hardened shell.
00:28:30—My defenses are shattered. —They won't recover soon.
00:28:35—It would be more of a burden than anything else.
00:28:39Gary's gaze shifted to Don, waiting for him to admit his own limits.
00:28:45He had seen the wounds, the blood that Don had already spat out.
00:28:49I was ready to hear another concession, but Don said nothing.
00:28:54He just stood there, his silence a silent declaration that he would endure,
00:28:59regardless of the cost.
00:29:00Between Don, Marie and himself, Gary thought it would be enough to keep Kai under control.
00:29:07That was all they could afford for now.
00:29:11Another outburst like the previous one would completely destroy them.
00:29:15—Marie.
00:29:15Gary shouted from where he stood, his voice carrying across the open space.
00:29:21He hoped his keen hearing could still catch her words.
00:29:26Marie turned her head just enough to meet his gaze.
00:29:30He nodded slightly, confirming that he had heard everything.
00:29:34—I know things are confusing, Gary said, keeping his distance.
00:29:38—But it's better if I stay away from you two for now.
00:29:43Marie did not argue.
00:29:45I knew he was right.
00:29:48With that, she, Adam, and Chen carefully guided Kai into the restaurant,
00:29:53towards the underground warehouse.
00:29:56There was work to be done before he could be locked up.
00:30:00They had to tie him up, just in case he moved again.
00:30:03And, just as importantly, they had to empty the food storage,
00:30:08raising it a level so that temptation was beyond his reach.
00:30:13It wasn't a perfect plan, but it was something.
00:30:16Marie was silently grateful.
00:30:19Even exhausted from drawing in her true lunar form,
00:30:22She was relieved to have help with the details.
00:30:26I already had enough to deal with, watching Kai,
00:30:29hold it and stand firm under the influence of the moon.
00:30:33Outside, Gary and Don waited.
00:30:37They waited in the silence of the night for Marie to prepare the room.
00:30:42They both stood, their shoulders heavy but firm,
00:30:45with the weight of responsibility pressing down harder than the battles.
00:30:50Gary decided to break the silence.
00:30:53Thank you.
00:30:53He said, his voice lower than usual.
00:30:58For coming, for bringing others.
00:31:01I think you saved a lot of lives tonight.
00:31:05Don shook his head slightly.
00:31:07You have good people around you, Gary.
00:31:10People worth protecting.
00:31:13And I hope that if everything goes well here, we can save many more lives together.
00:31:19He narrowed his eyes.
00:31:21Still, the situation you've gotten yourself into is problematic, to say the least.
00:31:27I imagine you're incapable of transforming, right?
00:31:31Gary tensed.
00:31:33Don had figured it out quickly.
00:31:36I should have realized something was wrong as soon as that blond-haired friend of yours came to see me,
00:31:41Don continued.
00:31:43You howlers are the ones who always bear your own responsibilities.
00:31:49They think they have to solve it all on their own.
00:31:52But they're not alone, Gary.
00:31:55I am strong enough to help and I will keep my end of the bargain, no matter what it takes.
00:32:01Gary's chest loosened a little at Don's words.
00:32:04He didn't know exactly what deal Kai had made with the white rose, but whatever it was, it had already proven invaluable.
00:32:13His help tonight had kept the howlers alive.
00:32:17That was undeniable.
00:32:19And yet, even with allies at his side, Gary couldn't quiet the restless thoughts that plagued him.
00:32:26The warhammer remained in his hand, vibrating weakly with the remnants of borrowed strength.
00:32:32The aura of the pack lingered in him, flowing through his veins like fire.
00:32:38He wondered, should he take the risk?
00:32:41Should I move forward now and hunt down Ilva and Lupus before they return to finish the job?
00:32:47They couldn't be far away.
00:32:49With power still surrounding him, perhaps he could tip the balance.
00:32:54But just as that dangerous idea took root in his mind, the energy shifted.
00:32:58The green glow dimmed, flickered, and then disappeared completely.
00:33:05The aura had dissipated.
00:33:07The power of the warhammer was gone.
00:33:11Gary's grip tightened on the handle as the weight of reality sank in.
00:33:17Luck was not on his side tonight.
00:33:20Chapter 1485
00:33:22The cost of survival
00:33:24Once everything was finally resolved,
00:33:28Kai was locked in the underground basement with guards watching,
00:33:32Gary and Don were able to enter the restaurant successfully.
00:33:36It was the first time Gary had calmed down enough to process the consequences.
00:33:42He felt a tightness in his chest as he scanned the room.
00:33:45The air was thick with the stench of blood and smoke, the acrid smell of sweat, and the faint scent of silver that still clung to the broken, tamper-evident weapons scattered across the ground.
00:33:57The polished tables and floors of the once beautiful building were smashed, claw-marked, or covered in debris.
00:34:04Every surface bore the scars of battle.
00:34:07And yet, despite all that, what weighed most on Gary was not the rubble of the walls, but the people.
00:34:16The howlers had arrived en masse.
00:34:19With their allies spread across the different districts and under their banner, they had managed to gather almost three thousand combatants.
00:34:27Hundreds of them carried anti-altering weapons, bravely standing against the overwhelming threat of the werewolves.
00:34:34For a moment, that amount seemed like a shield to them.
00:34:38A miracle in itself.
00:34:41But as he looked around, Gary realized the truth: at least half of them were gone.
00:34:47They hadn't just fled.
00:34:49They had died.
00:34:51Bodies covered with sheets were lined up in corners, and the faint moans of the wounded echoed from makeshift beds.
00:34:58The Altereds who had fought side by side with them, Crowley's people, Issy, Numba, Ian, sat slumped against the walls, their eyes dull with exhaustion.
00:35:12Their arms and chests still had open and bruised wounds, evidence of how close they had come to falling.
00:35:19The survival of even this number seemed miraculous.
00:35:23But miracles always come at a price.
00:35:27Gary forced himself to move forward, going upstairs to where he had called the others.
00:35:32The upper balcony was still standing, although its railings were bent and its tiles cracked.
00:35:39From there I could look out over the battlefield that Slough had become.
00:35:44I needed to hear the reports.
00:35:47Upon arrival, the first thing he noticed was that not everyone had returned.
00:35:50There were empty spaces in the group like silent accusations.
00:35:56He didn't let the pain show on his face.
00:35:59Instead, he spoke with the firmness of a leader.
00:36:03"I know the situation was difficult," Gary began, his voice echoing throughout the group.
00:36:09Everyone did well, more than well.
00:36:12We were at a disadvantage from the start.
00:36:14Our only plan was to buy time, retreat here, and survive long enough to regroup.
00:36:21And yet, they did it.
00:36:24They did what they had to do.
00:36:26"I'm glad," he gave a faint, tired smile.
00:36:30"I'm glad to see the smiles on your faces."
00:36:33Some tried to smile back.
00:36:37Others could only bow their heads.
00:36:40The group began to share what was happening in their sectors.
00:36:44Crowley spoke first, explaining how they had encountered Ilva and her werewolves,
00:36:49the overwhelming force that had forced them to retreat earlier than planned.
00:36:54His words carried the weight of someone who knew his people had been lucky to survive.
00:36:59Then Marie recounted her story, how she had again encountered the howlers and the desperate battle that followed.
00:37:07His news brought a ray of light, one of the iron tusks had been defeated.
00:37:13It was a small victory in the storm, but a victory nonetheless.
00:37:18Inu continued with his report.
00:37:20He admitted uncertainty, but from the way his opponent hadn't pursued him,
00:37:25It was clear that the enemy was either dead or too shattered to return.
00:37:30Another piece of good news, although the relief was fleeting.
00:37:34Because then came the darker stories.
00:37:37Sadie and Frank shared their encounter with the Iron Masked Wolf Man,
00:37:42a terrifying figure whose power had taken them completely by surprise.
00:37:47Their voices broke as they explained how Canu had been left behind,
00:37:51giving them valuable time to escape.
00:37:54He hadn't returned.
00:37:56Everyone understood what that meant.
00:37:59Silence fell.
00:38:01Everyone bowed their heads.
00:38:04For Gary, the silence stretched on.
00:38:07His gaze fell on Chin, who remained rigid,
00:38:10with his hands clenched so tightly they were shaking.
00:38:14His eyes were closed, his face contorted by a pain he couldn't hide.
00:38:20Canu had not been a simple comrade.
00:38:23It had been his brother-in-law, a man he had met and seen many times.
00:38:28The loss was a deep pain, and although no one spoke, everyone felt it.
00:38:34Don also looked down, sadness etched on his face.
00:38:37I had known Canu, I respected him, and now another good man was gone.
00:38:43As if that wasn't enough, Apollo stepped forward with another blow.
00:38:49Ays was dead.
00:38:51Gary's heart sank as he confirmed it.
00:38:54I had suspected it when I saw Lupus wield such monstrous power,
00:38:58but hearing it out loud made it real.
00:39:01Ays had been his comrade for a short time, but his impact had been immense.
00:39:06He had been braver, kinder, and stronger than Gary had given him credit for,
00:39:11and now Gary would never get the chance to tell him.
00:39:15Finally, Austin gave the final report.
00:39:19We were holding them off, he said gravely.
00:39:22But they dispersed.
00:39:24They scattered in all directions.
00:39:26By now they're probably all over Slough.
00:39:31The words made everyone stiffen.
00:39:35So now there's an even greater force out there?
00:39:39Inu muttered with a lump in his throat.
00:39:42More werewolves, stronger, armed with objects?
00:39:46And with Ilva's power, they'll be even worse than before.
00:39:50How, how are we supposed to deal with that?
00:39:53The group moved restlessly.
00:39:56The weight oppressed them all.
00:39:59They had fought tooth and nail just to survive the night.
00:40:03How could they resist the reinforcements coming their way?
00:40:07Gary took a deep breath.
00:40:09I couldn't let despair win.
00:40:13We can't fight everyone, he said firmly.
00:40:16Not against all werewolves.
00:40:19That's impossible.
00:40:21But it is not necessary.
00:40:23What we need is concentration.
00:40:26He scanned them with his gaze.
00:40:29There are key threats, those who lead, those who tip the balance.
00:40:33He raised a hand and counted them.
00:40:36Ilva.
00:40:37Lupus.
00:40:39Both will be in their true alpha forms and will be stronger than ever.
00:40:43Then there's the wolf in the iron mask you met, another threat we can't underestimate.
00:40:50Slit is still alive somewhere, injured but dangerous.
00:40:54And finally.
00:40:56Brodie.
00:40:57He's gathering reinforcements, pushing them toward the swamp.
00:41:02Gary's hand clenched into a fist.
00:41:05These are the enemies that matter.
00:41:07These are the ones we have to stop.
00:41:09If we manage to eliminate them, the rest will crumble.
00:41:14That's where we should focus.
00:41:17Around him, the group absorbed his words.
00:41:21Their faces were grim, but Gary could see in their eyes the determination that shone through, even in the darkest moment.
00:41:29The cost of survival had already been high.
00:41:32But the real battle was still ahead.
00:41:36Chapter 1486.
00:41:39The longest time.
00:41:41With Ilva, Lupus, and the rest of the werewolves ready to attack at any moment, the Howlers had to act quickly.
00:41:49The first step was preparation.
00:41:52Sadie, Frank and Vlad were sent in three different directions to act as lookouts.
00:41:57Their job was simple but vital: to warn others when the enemy arrived.
00:42:04Crowley would have been the obvious choice, as his altered bird-like body was naturally suited to exploration.
00:42:11But Crowley was badly injured, his wings shattered and his body shaking with exhaustion.
00:42:17Even if I tried to fly, I wouldn't last long.
00:42:20The others couldn't risk it crashing mid-flight, so the responsibility fell to the next three fastest members of the group.
00:42:30Meanwhile, Marie, Kevin, Olivia, Park and Midback went down to the first floor.
00:42:36Their task was far less glamorous, but no less crucial: to raid the kitchen for food.
00:42:43Gary knew exactly why.
00:42:45The power of the warhammer had drained every last ounce of energy from those bound to it.
00:42:52The wave had given them strength when they needed it most, but now the impact left them weak and shaky.
00:43:00Some struggled to stay on their feet.
00:43:02I could imagine that the werewolves stationed further away, those whose energy I had harnessed,
00:43:08They would also be unable to fight even if the sun rose at that very moment.
00:43:13It was a cruel price, but at least they had food.
00:43:18Being in a restaurant gave them an advantage, shelves and refrigerators stocked with supplies.
00:43:24Dishes, preserves, cooked dishes that had not yet been touched.
00:43:29There was enough to keep the exhausted fighters on their feet,
00:43:33although none of this could restore their strength quickly enough for the coming battle.
00:43:39Garry had already decided that neither of them would fight until the sun came up.
00:43:45I wouldn't leave them.
00:43:46They had already given enough.
00:43:49Upstairs, the core of the group was already discussing what would come next.
00:43:54The atmosphere was tense, the air heavy, as if the walls were preparing for impact.
00:43:59We need to think of groups or individuals strong enough to take on the main targets, Garry said.
00:44:08His tone was firm but measured, the voice of one who carries the burden of command.
00:44:13With so many werewolves charging, fighters like Crowley, Numba and the others will have their hands full holding the line.
00:44:20If we don't protect our rear, if the front line breaks, we will be overwhelmed.
00:44:27Don stepped forward, arms crossed over his chest.
00:44:32His usual confidence did not waver.
00:44:34One of those goals is obvious, he said.
00:44:38I'm the only one here strong enough to face Lupus.
00:44:43He squinted at Garry.
00:44:45That trick you did before, with the warhammer.
00:44:50You can't repeat that, can you?
00:44:53Lupus will be even stronger than your friend Kai.
00:44:56A lump formed in his throat.
00:44:59He swallowed, but the answer was difficult for him.
00:45:03He shook his head.
00:45:05In that case, Don continued, I'll face it alone.
00:45:09I don't have much energy left, but I can fight.
00:45:13Let no one else intervene.
00:45:15If they do, they will die.
00:45:17The words were brutal, but there was truth in them.
00:45:22Garry wanted to argue, but deep down he knew Don was right.
00:45:26Without the borrowed strength of the warhammer,
00:45:29He himself would not have resisted Kai for even an instant.
00:45:33Against Lupus?
00:45:34The mere thought sent a shiver down his spine.
00:45:38I'll take care of Ilva, Blake said suddenly.
00:45:42His voice was calm, but there was a steely look in his eyes.
00:45:46You said it would be different in moon form, but I don't care.
00:45:50He's someone I have to face.
00:45:53I'll help you, Garry added without hesitation.
00:45:56I know how complicated a moon can be, especially with powers like yours.
00:46:02If we can immobilize her, even for a moment, we could interrupt the course of the battle.
00:46:08Ending it is the key to stopping them.
00:46:12Austin was the next to speak, determination evident on his face.
00:46:17If Brodie shows up again, I'll go after him.
00:46:21I've recovered enough to defeat someone like him,
00:46:24and as the others have already faced the iron fangs,
00:46:28It's my turn to do my part.
00:46:30My portals are coming back.
00:46:33If I manage to finish the fast one, I'll join in to support the rest.
00:46:38Garry nodded.
00:46:40That was one more piece of the plan secured.
00:46:43We'll also have to keep an eye on Slit, Garry continued.
00:46:47I hurt him a lot before, but he's still alive.
00:46:51Maybe one of us will find it.
00:46:54Whatever it is, we can't ignore it.
00:46:57That still leaves us with one more problem, the werewolf in the iron mask.
00:47:02The group was silent for a moment.
00:47:05Then Bueck spoke again, I think Innu should choose him.
00:47:09The Iron Mask fights like a modified hunter.
00:47:13Innu's knowledge of his style could give him an advantage.
00:47:18If anyone can adapt to it, it's him.
00:47:21Innu's face paled.
00:47:24His hands were shaking slightly.
00:47:26I can, I can try, he said softly.
00:47:30But I've used up almost all my energy.
00:47:33I've barely had time to recover.
00:47:36I'm not sure I'm enough.
00:47:39I'll help you, Apollo said firmly.
00:47:42I've already exhausted my healing factor fighting lupus, but I need to do something.
00:47:48I need to get them back somehow.
00:47:51Garry noticed Bueck's expression tighten.
00:47:54He seemed to want to say something, perhaps argue or propose a different plan,
00:47:59but he remained silent, containing himself.
00:48:01In the end, they had their assignments.
00:48:05Everyone knew who their targets were.
00:48:08Gift against lupus.
00:48:10Blackie and Garry vs. Ilva.
00:48:13Austin vs. Brodie.
00:48:15Innu and Apollo vs. Iron Mask.
00:48:18If Slit appeared, he would be killed on the spot.
00:48:22It was a plan, fragile, desperate, but a plan nonetheless.
00:48:26Garry took a deep breath and looked around.
00:48:30There was determination in his eyes, but also exhaustion.
00:48:35They were bruised, bloody, and barely standing.
00:48:39Yet there they were, ready to face death.
00:48:43I want everyone to approach these fights with the same mindset, Garry said.
00:48:49His voice was low, but it carried throughout the room.
00:48:53We don't try to win.
00:48:55Not yet.
00:48:56We are not here to kill you or to end this fight in one fell swoop.
00:49:01We are here to survive.
00:49:04He looked each of them in the eye.
00:49:06Resist.
00:49:08Buy yourself some time.
00:49:10When the sun rises, Kai, Marie and the others will be able to fight again.
00:49:15Then we will counterattack.
00:49:17But until then, fight to survive.
00:49:21Don't fight to win.
00:49:23A silence fell over the room, thick but firm.
00:49:27Then, one by one, they nodded.
00:49:30Even Don nodded with a single curt nod.
00:49:34Surviving was the first thing.
00:49:36And then Garry's body tensed.
00:49:39His eyes flickered, his instincts ignited.
00:49:43He felt it, the surge of power rising in the distance,
00:49:47a pressure that made the hair on his arms stand up.
00:49:50The true alpha.
00:49:52The moon.
00:49:54Their forms had been summoned.
00:49:56Their howls echoed faintly in the night,
00:49:59deep and chilling, promising death.
00:50:03Garry clenched his fists.
00:50:05I felt it in my bones.
00:50:08They had thirty minutes.
00:50:10Thirty minutes until dawn.
00:50:13Thirty minutes to survive the most terrifying battle of their lives.
00:50:17For Ilva, thirty minutes was more than enough to finish them all off.
00:50:23For Garry and his people, those thirty minutes would be the longest they had ever known.
00:50:29Chapter 1487, the longest thirty minutes, the three bird-type alters that had been flying through the sky landed abruptly on the balcony, grazing the railing with their claws.
00:50:44Their feathers were ruffled, bristling, as if their bodies carried the chill of what they had just seen.
00:50:50They didn't even need to speak.
00:50:53Don't worry, Garry said in a firm but somber tone.
00:50:58You don't need to tell us.
00:51:01We already know it.
00:51:02They come.
00:51:04They practically announced it.
00:51:06He took a step forward until he reached the edge of the balcony.
00:51:09His eyes scanned the horizon, and the weight of the moment weighed on his chest.
00:51:15A breath later, Garry jumped over the side, descending to the ground floor with practiced ease.
00:51:23His voice echoed upwards, reaching every fighter in the restaurant.
00:51:28Everyone, get ready.
00:51:30Prepare your positions, use everything you have prepared.
00:51:35He barked.
00:51:36Don't bother saving equipment.
00:51:38Don't hold anything back.
00:51:41Fight like your lives depend on it, because they do.
00:51:45There was no need to sugarcoat them.
00:51:48I couldn't pamper them, neither there nor now.
00:51:51The truth was cruel, but it was the only thing that would strengthen them.
00:51:56Outside, the altered who had allied themselves with the howlers fanned out.
00:52:01About twenty meters from the front of the restaurant, they formed a live force barricade.
00:52:05Inside, nearly all the howlers had ranged weapons ready, determined to unleash a storm from their hiding places.
00:52:15Others were stationed near the entrance with weapons in hand.
00:52:18Garry knew deep down that they wouldn't last long against the kind of monsters that were attacking them.
00:52:25Not even the bravest would withstand the fury of a full-power werewolf pack.
00:52:31At the forefront were the chosen ones, those who had no choice but to face the most dangerous opponents.
00:52:37Don, Blake, Garry himself, Apollo, Inu and Austin.
00:52:42Six figures who would decide whether this battle would end in survival or massage.
00:52:48The silence lasted for a moment, then was interrupted by a sound that pierced the night.
00:52:54Ooooooo!
00:52:56The howl rent the air, echoing like thunder across the battlefield.
00:53:01It was not only heard.
00:53:03It was felt.
00:53:05The scream entered their ears, vibrated in their bones, shook their hearts.
00:53:10He carried the pure dominance of a true alpha.
00:53:14On the balcony above, Marie and the others stiffened.
00:53:18Although Garry wanted to keep them away from the bloodshed, they all knew the truth.
00:53:23If the werewolves broke through, they would have no choice but to join the fight.
00:53:27They were stronger than most howlers, though.
00:53:33That howl, Midbark muttered, his voice lower than usual.
00:53:38His yellow eyes narrowed as he swished his tail.
00:53:42It makes me nervous.
00:53:43You?
00:53:45Highly strung?
00:53:46Park asked, raising his eyebrows.
00:53:49How curious!
00:53:51You're always the one who boasts about how strong you are.
00:53:55Are you nervous now?
00:53:57Chin intervened sharply, his voice steely.
00:54:01If you're nervous, it's best not to show it.
00:54:05Not in front of those who are about to fight for their lives.
00:54:09Midbark frowned, but persisted.
00:54:13Think about it.
00:54:14That howl was from lupus.
00:54:17The cry of the alpha.
00:54:19Ilva's mere presence empowers all werewolves under her influence.
00:54:24What if lupus adds its howl?
00:54:26His strength has just doubled.
00:54:29He tilted his head and narrowed his eyes.
00:54:32And don't forget, the second wave is already here.
00:54:36The strongest, with armor and weapons, of the same type that it took two of the best of White Rose to keep them at bay.
00:54:44We are about to face the werewolves in all their splendor.
00:54:49The words fell like a cold rain.
00:54:53Everyone shuddered slightly, although no one dared to say it out loud.
00:54:58Midbark was right.
00:55:00This was the worst that could happen.
00:55:03White Rose had already come and gone, there would be no more reinforcements.
00:55:08Now they only had each other.
00:55:10Survive.
00:55:12Only survive thirty minutes until dawn.
00:55:16That was the only plan left.
00:55:19The ground shook beneath his feet.
00:55:22Plates clinked and glasses clinked inside the restaurant, the vibrations growing stronger.
00:55:29Then came the sound, a rhythmic, thunderous pounding.
00:55:33The march of an army.
00:55:35Garry and the others in front squinted at the dust rising in the distance.
00:55:42And then they saw them.
00:55:44Dozens of werewolves emerged first, clad in beast armor or wielding savage weapons.
00:55:51They charged on all fours, a mass of claws and muscle, their eyes glowing with crimson hunger.
00:55:58There were sixty in the first wave alone.
00:56:00Their number had been reduced a bit thanks to Austin and the others, but it didn't matter, behind them came the rest of the horde.
00:56:09Hundreds more, scattered along different routes, all approaching.
00:56:14The defenders had killed half, maybe more, but the group still seemed endless.
00:56:21Lupus isn't up front, Don observed, his deep voice cutting through the footsteps.
00:56:26Are they planning to reduce us to the bare minimum already?
00:56:30They must have transformed earlier, Gary replied.
00:56:34His gaze hardened.
00:56:37When Lupus becomes his true alpha, he won't need any tricks.
00:56:42He will attack head on.
00:56:44At the head of the advancing army was Brodie, an imposing figure holding a massive shield.
00:56:51He advanced like an unstoppable force, leading the charge.
00:56:54If they attack us head-on, if those werewolves crash into the howlers, the humans in the restaurant will lose their morale instantly.
00:57:03Don warned.
00:57:05Before Gary could respond, a movement caught his eye.
00:57:11Austin stepped forward.
00:57:13His body twisted, bones creaking and muscles swelling as he transformed into his condensed form,
00:57:19larger than his human self, radiating absolute power.
00:57:24With a growl that echoed like an earthquake, Austin lurched forward and ran.
00:57:30Her legs pounded the ground, each step faster than the last, until she became a blur.
00:57:37If they bring an army, Austin roared, I'll destroy it myself.
00:57:41The swarm of werewolves surged toward them, and Brody raised his shield just in time.
00:57:48The huge reinforced defense plate had already been shattered once, but it possessed strange healing properties, and now looked brand new.
00:57:57That changed in an instant.
00:57:59Austin's horns twisted into a lethal point, and with a savage roar, he crashed headfirst into Brody's shield.
00:58:08The sound of the impact shook the battlefield.
00:58:12Cracks formed on the surface of the shield, and then, with a thunderous crack, it exploded into pieces.
00:58:19Brody's hands closed on Austin's horns, but even he couldn't stop the momentum.
00:58:25Austin's fists followed, slamming into Brody's chest with devastating force, knocking him into the air.
00:58:34He fell backward, crashing into the sea of werewolves behind him.
00:58:39Austin threw his head back and roared.
00:58:42His voice echoed like fire in the night.
00:58:45We are not weak.
00:58:47He clenched his fists and his horns flashed in the moonlight.
00:58:51If they continue this fight, everyone will lose their lives.
00:58:55The howlers behind him erupted in cheers, their fear forgotten for a moment, replaced by a surge of adrenaline.
00:59:03Gary Faro, standing on the line, knew better.
00:59:07The fight had barely begun.
00:59:10Chapter 1488
00:59:12The black-furred monster
00:59:14In a battle of this magnitude, where two enormous forces faced each other head-on, the smallest detail could change the course of the battle.
00:59:25Who attacked first?
00:59:26Who didn't show fear?
00:59:29The answer to that question would decide morale, and morale could decide victory.
00:59:34Luckily, the Howlers had someone like Austin on their side.
00:59:39Reckless, fearless and inflexible, he was one of those who did not hesitate to throw himself directly into danger.
00:59:46While others might flinch at the sight of the monstrous horde bearing down on them, Austin didn't care.
00:59:53He didn't think about what lurked in the depths of the mass of snarling wolves.
00:59:58He didn't flinch at the flash of fangs or claws gleaming with beast gear enhancements.
01:00:04He just jumped headfirst into the storm.
01:00:07With a sudden burst of strength, his horns stretched and curved outward, gleaming in the dim moonlight.
01:00:15The sharp points tightly wrapped around two werewolves who had pounced on him from both sides.
01:00:22Austin pulled them towards him and, with both fists raised, attacked them with devastating force.
01:00:28His knuckles collided with her chest like twin cannons.
01:00:33The impact resonated like explosions.
01:00:36The ground cracked under the force and dust rose around them.
01:00:40The watching howlers could hardly believe their eyes, but Austin didn't slow down.
01:00:46He expected them to hesitate, maybe even waver for a second after that blow, Austin thought sadly as he looked around.
01:00:55But there is no fear in his eyes.
01:00:58On the contrary, they seem sharper, more focused.
01:01:02The dual effects of the alpha's howl and the moon's cry had dispelled all hesitation.
01:01:07What filled the werewolves now was something far worse, an extreme focus, the frenzy of a fearless predator.
01:01:17Austin grabbed another by the arm, spun around, and flipped the snarling beast onto its back.
01:01:22His foot struck hard, cracking the ground beneath the wolf's skull.
01:01:26More rushed at him, slashing claws, hardened bone spears, and beast gear stabbing the air.
01:01:35I had been there before.
01:01:37It wasn't the first time he'd been attacked from all angles, surrounded by waves of enemies determined to destroy him.
01:01:45His muscles burned, his horns throbbed, and his body spun in chaos.
01:01:50Then salvation rained down from above.
01:01:53A sudden storm of feathers descended, sharp as steel, slicing through the charging wolves.
01:02:01Each feather cut through skin and muscle, eliciting grunts of pain from the beasts below.
01:02:07The air whistled as more shots were heard.
01:02:11It was Sadie, Frank, Vlad and Crowley, still bloodied, still wounded, but not defeated.
01:02:17They had once again taken to the skies, offering all possible support.
01:02:21Crowley. Crowley spread his wings wide, his feathers slashing like a shower of arrows.
01:02:28Austin.
01:02:30Step back.
01:02:31Gary's voice echoed from behind.
01:02:34Austin didn't need to be told twice.
01:02:38With a snarl, he turned and launched himself forward with a surge of speed that blurred his figure.
01:02:43He could have relied on his portal ability to escape, but right now he chose pure speed.
01:02:51He wanted his enemies to see him running, to know that he could still escape death itself.
01:02:57The werewolves chased them, but as soon as they got closer, Gary appeared.
01:03:02He rushed forward, warhammer raised, and leaped into the air.
01:03:07His body twisted and, with both hands gripping the gun, he brought it down with all his might.
01:03:14The hammer crashed to the earth like a meteorite.
01:03:18The ground split into jagged lines, and stone and earth shot upward.
01:03:25A violent shockwave tore through the charging werewolves, causing their bodies to collapse.
01:03:31But even as the dust settled, Gary narrowed his eyes.
01:03:36He could feel it in his arms, in his chest, the blow had not caused the same devastation as before.
01:03:43"They're not repelling them as much anymore," he murmured softly.
01:03:47—Is it because they are the Lupus elites?
01:03:50Or is it because of his beastly gear?
01:03:53—Oh, maybe Ilva's improvement is making them stronger than ever.
01:03:57There was no time to think.
01:03:59Gary turned and ran, retreating with Ostan to their allies.
01:04:06Behind them, the altered feathered creatures launched a shower of cutting blades, but it was not enough.
01:04:13The wave of werewolves continued to advance.
01:04:16—They're not slowing down, Gary hissed, gritting his teeth.
01:04:21-Come on!
01:04:22Numba roared from the side.
01:04:25His voice denoted a raw challenge.
01:04:27—They can't be the only ones fighting.
01:04:31—Move!
01:04:32With his shout, Numba charged forward.
01:04:36His allies, the Altered who had survived the long night, followed him.
01:04:41There were about thirty-five fighters left, still bloodied, but reluctant to give in.
01:04:47They advanced towards the approaching wolves.
01:04:50At the same time, something unexpected happened.
01:04:54The restaurant doors swung open.
01:04:58Dozens of Howler members emerged from inside.
01:05:02Many of them had maintained defensive positions, protected by the strongest walls.
01:05:07But now, despite the relative safety of the interior, they decided to fight.
01:05:14They arrived brandishing anti-altering weapons, rifles, crossbows, and spears tipped with silver and steel, firing and throwing them into the wolf pack.
01:05:23His aim wasn't perfect, but he didn't need to be.
01:05:28With so many targets crowded together, every shot hit the flesh.
01:05:33The wolves fell, staggered, or slowed down, giving the agitated a valuable respite.
01:05:40Garry felt his chest swell.
01:05:43Seeing his people, untrained and unaltered, alongside warriors and the altered alike, meant something.
01:05:50It meant everything.
01:05:51Then, with a roar, he turned and charged.
01:05:56The howlers, the altered, and their allies advanced together, forming an arrowhead formation.
01:06:03They charged at the approaching wave of werewolves with the fury of desperation.
01:06:09Innu led the charge, leaping high, axe raised.
01:06:14He brought it down in a brutal arc that split a wolf's skull.
01:06:17Blood sprayed his face as the gun was snatched from him.
01:06:22His energy returned to him with each blow, propelling him forward like a storm.
01:06:28Don wove through the chaos, dodging the swordsmanship of a beast-armored werewolf.
01:06:34The water swirled around him, and with a whip-like motion, he lashed it against the wolf's jaw.
01:06:42The blow resounded like thunder, staggering the enemy.
01:06:46Black ducked to avoid a swipe.
01:06:49He spun around and landed a precise blow on the back of a wolf's head.
01:06:53His sword cut deep, leaving the creature howling and staggering.
01:07:00Every movement was measured, careful and controlled.
01:07:03The battle was chaos personified.
01:07:07Blood and dust filled the air.
01:07:09Screams and growls merged into an endless roar.
01:07:12The ground was littered with corpses, claws, and shattered weapons.
01:07:18And then, silence, broken by a single, heavy landing.
01:07:23From above, a shadow descended.
01:07:26A huge, jet-black furred beast crashed into the center of the battlefield.
01:07:31The impact sent a shockwave outward, knocking over alters and werewolves alike.
01:07:38The monster rose, towering over everyone else, its red eyes glowing like burning coals.
01:07:46Its long, sharp claws extended with terrifying ease.
01:07:52A huge hand grabbed a madman by the chest.
01:07:56The other grabbed her legs.
01:07:58With a savage jerk, the beast tore him in two, spraying blood onto the ground like rain.
01:08:05Gasps and screams echoed across the battlefield.
01:08:09Even the bravest faltered at the sight.
01:08:12Don's face hardened.
01:08:15He clenched his jaw and the water was already swirling around him.
01:08:19-I see.
01:08:20He muttered, his gaze fixed on the imposing shadow.
01:08:24—So that's who I have to deal with.
01:08:28Chapter 1489
01:08:30Don vs. Bloodfang's Apex Alpha
01:08:32The arrival of the alpha werewolf shook the battlefield.
01:08:36His mere appearance was enough to silence even the growls and screams of the other wolves around him.
01:08:44Don's gaze sharpened instantly.
01:08:47There was no doubt in his mind, this was the opponent he had to face.
01:08:51The pressure emanating from the beast was suffocating.
01:08:55Don had recently faced a terrifyingly fast opponent, but the presence before him was heavier, more crushing.
01:09:04It was a suffocating weight that weighed on the chest and made every breath feel shallow.
01:09:11The werewolf's fur was a deep black, thick and wild, with veins of a faint crimson glow pulsing over patches of exposed skin.
01:09:19His eyes shone blood red, with no whites or pupils, just an infinite scarlet that radiated hunger and violence.
01:09:28His body was enormous, with muscles of inhuman density, and every movement felt like a moving mountain.
01:09:36A thick band of fur ran down its back, sticking out like a mane, bristling as if charged with static.
01:09:43Its claws were obsidian, jagged and sharp, but even they were streaked with a faint, pulsing red light, as if blood itself fed their edge.
01:09:55And then the subtle change occurred.
01:09:58Gary, watching from a distance, was the first to notice.
01:10:03The tuft of hair that ran down the alpha's head and spine showed new markings, at the tips, the black gave way to faint hints of white.
01:10:12It was subtle, but pretty obvious.
01:10:16It was proof of what had happened.
01:10:18The white streaks were the influence of the ice, consumed and absorbed, further transforming Lupus's body.
01:10:25"This is mine," Don murmured softly.
01:10:29His gaze hardened, and scales began to spread across his body, rippling along his arms and chest until his torso was armored.
01:10:37Spikes protruded from his shoulders and back, jagged and sharp as blades.
01:10:43The water that still remained on the ground trembled at his command.
01:10:48Although the rain had stopped, the battlefield was soaked, the perfect fuel for his power.
01:10:55The liquid coiled, pooling, and with the gift forged a weapon.
01:11:00A trident took shape, shiny and sharp, spinning with the pressure of the condensed water.
01:11:06The first to attack, Don snarled, gripping the gun tightly, always has the advantage.
01:11:12He threw it forward with all his might.
01:11:15The weapon sliced through the air, a beam of brilliant force that headed straight for Lupus's chest.
01:11:22The alpha turned his head lazily, his red eyes following the impending blow.
01:11:27A clawed hand rose, nonchalantly, almost disdainfully.
01:11:33The trident struck his palm with explosive force, then shattered, instantly crumbling into droplets that fell harmlessly to the ground.
01:11:42Don's eyes widened.
01:11:44Well, it's the first time.
01:11:47He knew his own power.
01:11:49Even the smallest fragment of water he molded could withstand the weight of a hammer blow when thrown.
01:11:55Their tridents were more than sharp, they were dense, blunt, and nearly impossible to deflect without damage.
01:12:03And yet, lupus hadn't even eluded him.
01:12:08He had simply caught it, and it had broken like fragile glass.
01:12:12Don had barely blinked when Lupus moved.
01:12:16The alpha leaped forward, a blur of black and red.
01:12:19The force of the wind in his movement caused the werewolves around him to fly through the air, spinning uncontrollably.
01:12:28Not even his own pack could get close to him when he decided to charge.
01:12:33Don prepared himself, forming the trident in his hand again, but lupus was already there.
01:12:38His claw swung down, a single strike filled with terrifying intent.
01:12:44Don ducked, just barely.
01:12:45The claw missed him, but it didn't matter.
01:12:50The force of the blow split the air, carving an invisible sword into the battlefield.
01:12:56Dozens of werewolves caught in the arch were sliced apart, their bodies shattered into sprays of blood.
01:13:03A handful of howlers, nearly five meters away, were thrown back.
01:13:08The pressure made them slide on the floor.
01:13:10Those who were even further away, ten meters away, stumbled and fell to the ground, pushed only by the violent wind.
01:13:19He's fast, but I just fought someone incredibly fast.
01:13:24My senses are still heightened.
01:13:27I can handle this, Don thought, his body crouched and his gaze fixed on the alpha.
01:13:31But before she could prepare again, something closed around her ankle.
01:13:38That?
01:13:39Lupus's claw had already grabbed him.
01:13:42It was like a vise, crushing, unbreakable.
01:13:46Don pulled, twisted, but no matter how hard he tried, the hold didn't budge.
01:13:52His scales crunched under the pressure.
01:13:54Then Lupus lifted him up as if he weighed nothing and threw him to the ground.
01:14:00The impact was catastrophic.
01:14:03The ground cracked under the impact, and a fissure spread like a jagged scar.
01:14:09The force spread in waves, splitting the stone and causing cracks that spread across the battlefield.
01:14:16Dust and debris rose around Don's collapsed body.
01:14:20The pain ran through him, but he was still conscious, still alive.
01:14:26It was Don, one of the strongest altered in the world.
01:14:30Only for that reason had he not been destroyed instantly.
01:14:34Groaning, he sat up a little, coughing.
01:14:38I'm starting to think that this deal I made was perhaps a little unfair.
01:14:43Her voice sounded tense, but she still forced a smile.
01:14:47Don knew the truth.
01:14:48To survive against Lupus, I would have to give it my all.
01:14:53But giving it all came at a price.
01:14:56The fight wasn't about winning, but about holding out for thirty minutes until the sun came up.
01:15:01That was the deep fear that ate away at him.
01:15:05If I use everything right now, will I be able to last that long?
01:15:08Across the battlefield, Gary clutched the warhammer at his side.
01:15:13He fought alongside Black, fending off other wolves, but his gaze kept flickering back to the confrontation between Don and Lupus.
01:15:22The ground itself trembled with every movement, with every collision.
01:15:25I'm worried, Gary thought.
01:15:29Don is strong.
01:15:31They say he is as strong as one of the kings.
01:15:34But I had to be in my full form, with Edward's armor at my side, just to keep up with Lupus.
01:15:41Can Don really handle this alone?
01:15:44The ground rumbled again, and dust rose like smoke.
01:15:48The confrontation between Alpha and Altered had truly begun.
01:15:54Chapter 1490
01:15:56The restaurant siege
01:15:57It was harder than anyone could have imagined.
01:16:02The vibrations that ran through the earth, the constant shock waves of conflicting powers
01:16:07and the overwhelming waves of energy shook the nerves of all the fighters.
01:16:12However, despite the chaos surrounding them, the Howlers and their allies had to isolate themselves.
01:16:19If they lost concentration, even for a second,
01:16:22If they dared to look away from the enemies right in front of them, they would be torn to pieces.
01:16:28They had already agreed on a plan.
01:16:31Everyone knew their role and understood what failure meant.
01:16:36This was not the kind of battle where they could improvise or let fear dictate their decisions.
01:16:42If they hesitated, even for a moment, everything would fall apart.
01:16:46The altered winged creature hovering above him was forced to descend,
01:16:50dragged into the fray to contribute his strength.
01:16:54On land, the altered ones fought.
01:16:57They faced werewolves with stronger and heavier armor and weapons.
01:17:01than anything the altered fighters had seen before.
01:17:05Even with the advantage of their strange abilities, the altered could barely defend themselves.
01:17:11The werewolves fought like possessed beasts.
01:17:15They received blows that would have paralyzed ordinary men,
01:17:18explosions that shattered stone, cuts that pierced steel,
01:17:23but they ignored them, charging relentlessly.
01:17:26They fought without regard for their own bodies,
01:17:29striking devastating claws even as blood flowed from his wounds.
01:17:34A freak punched a werewolf in the chest,
01:17:38the impact resounded like thunder,
01:17:40only to see the beast stand up almost instantly.
01:17:43Another was hit by a wave of energy, which scattered him across the ground,
01:17:48But before anyone could react, he jumped again, showing them off with millions.
01:17:54His resistance was supernatural, terrifying.
01:17:58The only small mercy was that, while the werewolves, equipped to the teeth,
01:18:03they rushed towards the front line,
01:18:06The second wave decided to completely avoid the altered ones.
01:18:09Instead of overwhelming them directly, they advanced fiercely.
01:18:15Their target was clear, the howlers inside the restaurant.
01:18:19The howlers had held the line as best they could,
01:18:23covering themselves with their ranged weapons,
01:18:25but the sight of the second wave approaching forced them to retreat inside.
01:18:30The restaurant itself had been set up as a trap,
01:18:34Although calling it that was generous,
01:18:36It was rather a desperate attempt at fortification.
01:18:39Inside, the members had established a layered defense.
01:18:44Some crouched near the walls, weapons ready,
01:18:48with their eyes fixed on the shattered windows through which they knew the beasts would break in.
01:18:54On the second floor, teams had taken up positions with remote anti-tampering weapons,
01:18:59watching the first floor.
01:19:02Tables and chairs had been dragged onto makeshift barricades,
01:19:05with spears and swords pointing outwards from the deck.
01:19:09Every piece of furniture, every piece of wood or metal, had been repurposed to give them a fighting chance.
01:19:17The truth was simple, they weren't trying to win.
01:19:20They were trying to survive.
01:19:22The men then stormed in with terrifying speed,
01:19:26smashing the already broken windows and splintered walls.
01:19:30The first to land immediately received a spear stuck in his ribcage,
01:19:35and sparks crackled as electricity flowed through the well.
01:19:38From above, several lightning bolts fell upon the beast's body,
01:19:43causing spasms in their muscles.
01:19:46For a moment, hope shone.
01:19:49But then, incredibly, it kept moving.
01:19:53With a guttural growl, he yanked the spear from the howler's grasp.
01:19:58Before the warrior could react, a claw pierced his throat.
01:20:03Blood splattered the barricade as the member collapsed, lifeless.
01:20:08The others felt a jolt.
01:20:11Their weapons didn't work.
01:20:13Even these werewolves, less armored than the first wave,
01:20:17They were still strengthened by the double enhancement of the moon's howl.
01:20:22They were tougher, faster, and wilder than before.
01:20:26Worse still, the howlers were already exhausted.
01:20:29They had fought too many battles and consumed too much stamina.
01:20:34The beasts tore through the improvised defenses as if they were made of paper.
01:20:39Tables splintered, barricades burst into pieces, and bodies were thrown around like rag dolls.
01:20:46The weapons stabbed and slashed, but the werewolves ignored the pain, focused only on killing.
01:20:53A man was grabbed by the chest, lifted effortlessly, and then slammed to the floor with such force that the sound echoed throughout the room.
01:21:02Another fighter was pinned down, a werewolf mounted him, clawing again and again with its claws until flesh and bone were shredded beyond recognition.
01:21:12The howlers were learning, in the most brutal way, the difference between altered humans and true werewolves.
01:21:21The fighters on the second floor, with trembling hands, leaned over the railing to fire into the chaos below.
01:21:30They knew the risks.
01:21:31By volunteering for the first floor, they knew what it meant to be on the front lines of death.
01:21:39But bravery didn't stop fear from consuming them.
01:21:44Still, they weren't safe.
01:21:46The werewolves were relentless.
01:21:49Annoyed by the constant rain of lightning, several jumped onto the walls.
01:21:53Their claws dug deep into the wood and stone, dragging them across the vertical surfaces like monstrous predators.
01:22:02In seconds, they were on the second floor.
01:22:06The howlers barely had time to scream before they were cut down.
01:22:11One wrestler was hit so hard he flew off the balcony, crashing into the rubble.
01:22:17Another one was destroyed in the same place.
01:22:20Others were dragged from the railing and thrown, screaming, into the carnage on the first floor.
01:22:27No one felt safe anymore.
01:22:30Nobody knew where to run.
01:22:32There was nowhere to escape.
01:22:34The only way was to keep fighting, even when their chances were diminishing by the second.
01:22:41A man stepped back, his hands shaking as he shot arrow after arrow at a werewolf climbing onto the balcony.
01:22:48Each step brought him closer to the wall until, with a sharp click, his gun emptied.
01:22:55His gaze fell on his backpack, left on the railing, too far away to reach.
01:23:01Panic flooded him.
01:23:03His fingers gripped the empty gun uselessly.
01:23:07Could I blind her?
01:23:09Hit him in the eye?
01:23:11Something?
01:23:12Or would this be the end?
01:23:14The werewolf's growl gave him the answer.
01:23:18Dropping to all fours, she lunged, her muscles tense like steel springs, and leaped straight at him.
01:23:26"Arg!" shouted the fighter, preparing for the finish.
01:23:30Only for a foot to slam into the werewolf's face mid-leap.
01:23:34The blow was so powerful that it caused the beast to swing sideways, crashing into the balcony railing.
01:23:42The wood shattered as the monster's body fell, crashing onto the first floor.
01:23:48The room froze for a moment.
01:23:51All.
01:23:53Chin's voice resounded, fierce and authoritative.
01:23:56He stiffened, his foot still braced after the kick.
01:24:00Twenty-five minutes.
01:24:03We only have to hold on for twenty-five minutes.
01:24:06Do what you can.
01:24:08Chin and the others could no longer stand by and watch.
01:24:11Even without transforming, even without the monstrous power of the werewolves, they had stepped forward to fight.
01:24:19Because they had no other choice.
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