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00:00:00My Werewolf System. Chapters 1551 to 1560.
00:00:07Chapter 1551, an old story. Although no one was sure if the story of
00:00:13Steve would give them the answers they were looking for or explain why they had been sent there.
00:00:18Strange times, the three listened attentively. What they really wanted to understand were the
00:00:24the struggles of the werewolves who came before them, the history of their species, the roots of their
00:00:29suffering and how all of it had led to the world they knew.
00:00:34Steve began his story from the moment he parted ways with Jack. He had gathered a large number
00:00:40of werewolves who shared his ideals and decided to return to the old camp,
00:00:45the place she had once called home. Finding it hadn't been difficult. The camp was located in
00:00:52the same region as before, high in the mountains. The summit was not the highest of the
00:00:58neighbors, but it had something special, a constant fog, a ring of smoky clouds that
00:01:04It surrounded it like a shroud. It concealed the true summit, hiding what lay beyond.
00:01:11For ordinary humans, the climb would have been impossible. But for werewolves,
00:01:17with its resistance, strength, and claws sharp enough to pierce the
00:01:22The rock presented no challenge. They scaled the steep cliffs with ease.
00:01:28thrusting higher and higher until it broke through the fog. It was then that the hidden fortress
00:01:35It was revealed. The mountain's summit was not just a peak, but a hollow plateau.
00:01:41carved into a natural basin. It wasn't like a cave that went into the rock, but rather
00:01:47as if a huge chunk of the mountain had been torn away, leaving a wide open space.
00:01:53Sunlight filtered in from above, illuminating a sprawling settlement built on the very
00:01:59Stone. Enormous rock formations formed natural walls and terraces, with bedrooms.
00:02:05excavated into its slopes. There were training areas, guard posts, and extensive
00:02:11Open lands perfect for practicing combat or holding meetings. It was a kingdom
00:02:17built in the sky. When Steve and his group arrived, the area was a hive of activity.
00:02:22activity. Dozens and dozens of werewolves turned their heads, watching the strangers
00:02:29They were entering their territory. There were many more than before, at least two hundred, according to the count.
00:02:35Steve's. It was proof that the pack had grown stronger during his absence. As
00:02:41As they advanced, the ground beneath their feet changed from rough stone to a clearer, more circular surface.
00:02:47Smooth. It looked like a rudimentary arena, surrounded by steps carved into the rock where the
00:02:52Other werewolves stood watching the newcomers. In the center, above
00:02:59On a high stone ledge sat the alpha of the pack. His name was Rogan. Even
00:03:06Seated, his presence was imposing. His limbs were long and sinewy, like those of a predator.
00:03:13about to attack. Strands of disheveled hair fell over her shoulders, parted in two.
00:03:19Uneven bangs. Deep dark circles loomed over her eyes, and although her face
00:03:25He looked tired; his gaze was so piercing it could cut through stone. Esteve felt a mixture
00:03:32of familiarity and tension. So he's still him. Now there are more of them, Steve thought as
00:03:39He looked around. But what's the point of gathering so many people if you're just going to hide here?
00:03:44Up there? Rogan, you've built an army and you're wasting it while others suffer.
00:03:50Down below. The alpha's voice echoed through the arena. I didn't expect to see you again, Steve. He stood up.
00:03:58He rose slightly from his stone throne, his expression unreadable. You used to argue with us...
00:04:04diary about what we should do. In the end, I gave you permission to leave. You left like Omega,
00:04:12Free to make your own decisions. And yet, here you are again, with your own group.
00:04:19Steve took a deep breath and knelt in respect. The werewolves who had followed him
00:04:25They did the same. The instinct to bow down to an alpha was almost impossible to suppress.
00:04:31"Everyone here," Steve said firmly, "is just like us. They're werewolves rejected by the
00:04:38world. They have nowhere to go. They have been betrayed by humans, hunted by those in whom
00:04:45They once trusted. The only ones they can trust are others like themselves. He raised his head and
00:04:52He met Rogan's gaze. We wish to join your pack, not to challenge your authority,
00:04:59but to make this place a true home for our kind. To give them
00:05:04The lost and the homeless, a place to belong. The arena remained silent for a while
00:05:10for a long time. Rogan studied him, while the misty wind whistled in the hollow behind them.
00:05:17Esteve didn't know what to expect. After all, the last time they had seen each other,
00:05:23Rogan had exiled him, stripping him of his position and turning him into an omega. Perhaps the
00:05:29Alpha always knew this moment would come, that Steve would return out of necessity and not pride.
00:05:36Finally, Rogan spoke. I see. He stood up, stepping down from his throne. The other werewolves,
00:05:44Instinctively, they moved away upon sensing his presence, a silent but imposing weight.
00:05:50which slowed each heartbeat. I will accept them into the pack, Rogan finally said. His tone did not betray
00:05:58Warmth, but not anger, only firmness. And to you too, Steve. But understand this,
00:06:06Once you become part of my pack, you will cease to be an omega. You will follow my rules and abide by them.
00:06:12This family structure. There will be no exceptions. Steve lowered his head once more. Thank you. No
00:06:21I seek power, only peace, for myself and for them. He briefly glanced at the group that
00:06:28They were behind him, those who had followed him through fire and blood to
00:06:32to get to that place. The only thing I've ever wanted, she said softly, is a better life for
00:06:38Those who lived as we did. Chapter 1552. The change within the pack. Esteve
00:06:47He quickly reintegrated into life as a member of the pack. The familiarity of the air, the scent of pine, and
00:06:53The earth, and the soft howl of the wind among the mountains reminded him what it meant to belong.
00:06:59somewhere. However, this time, his purpose went beyond mere survival. He began to
00:07:07meet with Rogan more often, seeking his advice, learning all she could and
00:07:12offering help wherever it was needed. His goal wasn't simply to go unnoticed.
00:07:20Steve wanted to change things, to transform the way the pack functioned and lived.
00:07:25But as the days turned into weeks, she noticed that change was already brewing.
00:07:30on their own. The wolves spoke with a renewed sense of hope. Some even dared
00:07:37to laugh again around the campfires. It wasn't much, but it was enough for Steve to understand.
00:07:43that progress could arise from both patience and strength. Thanks to his position and the
00:07:49Years he had dedicated to rescuing others, Steve had become one of the most werewolves
00:07:55The strongest in the camp. Their fighting instincts were sharp, their reflexes faster than those of
00:08:01The majority and his unparalleled experience. Few dared to challenge him, and no one could defeat him.
00:08:08Except perhaps Rogan himself. At least, that's what everyone assumed. That assumption was part of
00:08:16The reason Steve stayed close to the alpha. He wanted to make it clear to Rogan and the others,
00:08:22that he had no intention of taking control of the pack. If he had truly desired to lead,
00:08:28I would have done it already. The rules were simple: challenge the alpha, defeat him, and take his place.
00:08:35But Steve never issued that challenge. Instead, both his words and actions conveyed
00:08:42The same message: he wasn't there for the power. One afternoon, after a long group meeting,
00:08:48Steve lagged behind with Rogan. The pack meetings were like those in a small town.
00:08:56They all gathered to talk about their worries, the injuries they suffered while hunting animals, the supplies
00:09:02of food and plans to excavate more of the mountain rock and thus expand their territory.
00:09:08The wolves were growing, and with that growth came new challenges.
00:09:12"I wanted to make another suggestion," Steve said in a calm but firm tone.
00:09:18—Although I think you already know which one it is. I've mentioned it more than once.
00:09:24Rogan let out a long, tired sigh and leaned back in the heavy stone chair that he
00:09:29It served as a seat of authority. The room was simple but full of character, with walls
00:09:35crudely carved into the mountain rock, animal hides spread over the surfaces
00:09:40to ward off the cold, and furniture carved by the wolves' own hands. It wasn't luxury,
00:09:46But it was his. —The werewolves here live well —Rogan replied after a moment.
00:09:52—I don't want to cause unnecessary problems by trying to integrate with humans or by establishing
00:09:57a base that catches their attention. The red kingdom is the exception, not the rule. And yet
00:10:04Not enough time has passed to know if it will remain an exception or if it will collapse
00:10:09Like the others who tried. Steve leaned slightly forward,
00:10:15ready to present his argument again. He had done so countless times, always
00:10:20from a different perspective, hoping that one of their arguments would finally convince.
00:10:27But before he could speak, Rogan raised his hand to stop him. However, he continued
00:10:33The alpha, with a slight smile, said, "I've devised something that might please you, at least for now. I will allow you..."
00:10:40Take a team of your warriors and resume the rescue missions you once led. Save
00:10:46to those of our species who are restricted or enslaved and bring them back here to the refuge
00:10:51We're sure we've built it. For a long time, Steve was silent. It wasn't exactly the
00:10:59It wasn't the radical change I dreamed of, but it was something. A step forward. Progress was never...
00:11:06Instantaneous. He knew it better than anyone. After that meeting, Steve began to leave the
00:11:12regularly camp, leading small groups of werewolves on missions through villages,
00:11:18cities and even distant kingdoms. They discreetly gathered information, establishing contacts
00:11:24whenever they could. Steve helped the locals with difficult tasks and, in return, earned his
00:11:31Trust and valuable knowledge. Every favor received opened another door for him. Between whispers and
00:11:38Through rumors, Steve discovered more of his kind, werewolves trapped, enslaved, or in hiding.
00:11:45And every time he saved one, he took them home. True to his word, Rogan welcomed them with open arms.
00:11:51open to every rescued wolf. No one was turned away. The pack began to grow and the air
00:11:58The area around the mountain teemed with new life. Wolves that had once lived in fear, at last
00:12:05They were tasting freedom again. Over time, Steve's missions became more daring.
00:12:12Their team grew and evolved beyond simple rescues. They became something different.
00:12:18a force capable of standing on its own two feet. They began to accept mercenary jobs,
00:12:24to fight beasts or to complete dangerous missions that human adventurers could not
00:12:29perform. Whenever a creature threatened a settlement, Steve's group would appear.
00:12:35like shadows in the forest. When the reward was collected, the money returned to the camp,
00:12:41funding supplies and tools they had never had access to before. With each
00:12:47With the job completed, the werewolves gained not only resources, but also pride. They began
00:12:54to forge their own weapons and armor anew, installing a small blacksmith shop in the fortress
00:12:59From the mountain. Sparks flew in the darkness of the night as the steel struck the stone,
00:13:05announcing the rebirth of a once-lost craft. They were becoming something more
00:13:11They were survivors, builders, warriors, and a community. However,
00:13:17Not all the rescued werewolves felt like they belonged. Some carried the weight of the world on their shoulders.
00:13:24Outside the mountain. Around the fire, whispers about the Redwing kingdom were often heard.
00:13:30the other pack that had chosen to coexist with humans. Curiosity turned into longing.
00:13:36and the longing in a silent doubt. What would life be like there?, some wondered in hushed tones.
00:13:43with their eyes reflecting the flames. Do they truly live in freedom among humans?
00:13:48Or is this all just another cage? Steve didn't have the answers. However,
00:13:55He understood their questions. He had asked them himself once. One afternoon, when he was returning
00:14:02After a hunt, a young werewolf he had rescued a few months earlier approached him. The boy
00:14:09He was nervous, and as he spoke, his claws traced lines in the dirt. "Steve," he said in a loud voice.
00:14:15Go down. Would you mind if you talked to Rogan? Ask him if he'll let me leave the pack? The question
00:14:23It had a greater impact than Steve expected. He had seen that wolf broken, chained,
00:14:29Terrified, he now wanted to get away from the very place that had saved him. Steve didn't respond.
00:14:36Immediately. Instead, he observed the camp, the faint glow of the forge, and the silhouettes of
00:14:42His brothers and sisters working tirelessly to build a future together. Freedom had
00:14:49Different meanings for each wolf. For some, it was the possibility of fighting alongside the others once again.
00:14:55For others, it was the right to choose their own path, even if it took them away from their species.
00:15:03Steve finally nodded, slowly and understandingly. "I'll talk to him," he said quietly. "Everyone deserves."
00:15:11to have the option to find her place. She didn't say it out loud, but she knew this moment would be another
00:15:17Test. Not only for Rogan's leadership, but also for the fragile unity they had built.
00:15:24Because change, however small, always comes at a price.
00:15:30Chapter 1553
00:15:32The first to leave
00:15:33The young werewolf who had approached Steve with that question was one of the rescued ones.
00:15:39More recently, I had only been at camp for a month, still learning how things worked.
00:15:45things and adapting to the pack's way of life. From the beginning, Steve had noticed
00:15:51His curiosity. The newcomer spent a lot of time asking others about their past.
00:15:57If any of them had ever lived in the red kingdom, if they knew what life was like there among the
00:16:03humans. So Steve wasn't surprised when the question finally came. Curiosity wasn't
00:16:10Only that wolf, it had been dormant among several of the newcomers. They whispered about the
00:16:16Redwing's pack gathered at night, comparing rumors to dreams. Even so, Steve didn't perceive any malice in them.
00:16:23The young wolf's tone. There was no resentment or rebellion in his eyes, only a sincere longing.
00:16:30And perhaps that's why Steve wasn't offended. He understood. In fact, he didn't have to be. The kingdom
00:16:39Redwing was no stranger to him; it was ruled by his own brother, Jack. Is there a problem with the
00:16:45"Current pack?" Steve asked, his voice firm but not accusatory. The werewolf quickly shook his head.
00:16:53"No, it's not that," she said softly, almost apologetically. "For me, it's a little different. Before..."
00:17:02All this time, I lived among humans. They were my family, they treated me kindly. But our city was
00:17:10I was attacked by bandits, and when they discovered what I was, they captured me. They enslaved me. She hesitated,
00:17:17My vision was clouded by old pain. Not even then was I a werewolf used for
00:17:23The struggle. I almost never transformed. Living like this, training, hunting, fighting, is difficult for me.
00:17:32I don't hate being here, I'm grateful to have been saved, but I can't help wondering
00:17:38What would it be like to live with the people of the Red Kingdom? I've heard they live among the humans there.
00:17:44that are accepted. I just wanted to see both sides of the coin before deciding where.
00:17:49I truly belong. Steve nodded slowly, understanding every word. He had foreseen that
00:17:56This day would come. As their group grew and more rescued werewolves arrived,
00:18:03It was inevitable that some would wonder what their place was. The red kingdom had been established.
00:18:08Famous throughout the region, a symbol of coexistence between humans and werewolves.
00:18:14The name inspired confidence and hope. Meanwhile, Rogan's pack remained hidden in the mountains.
00:18:21Unknown to almost everyone. They were shadows, rescuers, survivors, ghosts. The pack
00:18:30Redwing had reputation and recognition, Rogan had secrecy and security. The real
00:18:36The problem was that Rogan treated every werewolf who joined his camp as one
00:18:41more than family. Once accepted, the rescued werewolf became a member of their
00:18:47Within the pack, an Omega under his leadership would transform into a Beta. And leaving the pack wasn't easy.
00:18:55Anyone who wanted to leave had to personally ask Rogan to kick them out, to break
00:19:00his bond to be able to join another pack. "Rogan already let me go once," Steve thought,
00:19:06He crossed his arms as he listened to the younger wolf's plea. "So this time
00:19:12"That should be fine too, right?" However, things were different now.
00:19:18It had been a year since Steve began leading rescue missions and helping to expand
00:19:24the camp. The relationship between him and Rogan had strengthened during that time. Already
00:19:30They weren't just alpha and subordinate, they were friends. Esteve had earned Rogan's respect, and
00:19:36In turn, Rogan had become someone Steve could talk to openly. Perhaps
00:19:43That's why the young wolf had chosen him to ask. After all, Steve and his group were
00:19:49those who rescued him. Perhaps he thought Steve could facilitate the conversation. "I'll see what I can do,"
00:19:57Steve finally said, his tone friendly but cautious. "I can't promise anything, but I'll talk to him."
00:20:03Later that night, Steve went to meet Rogan at his stone house. He explained what the young man had said.
00:20:11The wolf had asked, though at first he avoided mentioning names. He wanted a sincere reaction.
00:20:17one that wasn't influenced by whoever was making the request. Rogan listened silently,
00:20:23with an inscrutable expression. Then, after a long pause, he leaned back in his chair. "If a werewolf
00:20:31"He feels uncomfortable in the pack," Rogan said, "he'll continue to feel uncomfortable no matter what."
00:20:36Let's say. Forcing him to stay won't change that." Esteve remained silent, waiting for more.
00:20:45Rogan's gaze shifted to the fire burning in the center of the room. "Even so,
00:20:50If they keep talking about the Redwing pack, they could influence others. I don't want my wolves
00:20:56They think they can go from one pack to another as if they were changing houses. We are not a transit point.
00:21:03We're a family. I want everyone to understand that." She paused and sighed. "But having said all that,
00:21:11If that's truly what they want, so be it. They can leave." It was a fair response.
00:21:18Perhaps kinder than Steve had expected. Rogan had always been firm, but fair.
00:21:24Esteve nodded, silently grateful that it hadn't turned into a conflict.
00:21:31When she returned to the young werewolf, she gave him the news. "Rogan has accepted," she said.
00:21:36Steve said with a slight smile. "You can go." The boy's eyes lit up immediately,
00:21:43And relief was reflected on his face. The next day, Rogan kept his promise.
00:21:49freeing the werewolf from the pack and officially marking him as Omega.
00:21:54At dawn, the young wolf said his goodbyes at the edge of the camp. A few others gathered to
00:22:01accompany him. Steve watched silently as the boy walked deeper into the woods.
00:22:07His figure diminished until it disappeared completely. It ended more peacefully than expected.
00:22:13which Steve feared. There was no tension, no arguments, only understanding. The rest of the pack continued with
00:22:20His tasks as usual, and life returned to normal. Days passed. Steve continued
00:22:27leading missions, gathering supplies, helping the blacksmiths, and training the
00:22:32younger wolves. But the idea kept nagging at him. One afternoon, while Steve was helping
00:22:40To organize a supply expedition, three werewolves who had been in the pack for some time...
00:22:45They approached him together. Their faces reflected unease, their movements were hesitant.
00:22:51But their message was clear: they wanted to leave too. And to make matters worse, one of the five
00:22:57The wolves they had recently rescued came to him the next day with the same request.
00:23:03Four more. They all went straight to Steve; none dared to go see Rogan. They trusted him.
00:23:10that he would speak on his behalf, perhaps believing that his connection to the alpha would make things easier.
00:23:16But for Steve, the situation was no longer so simple. An isolated case was understandable,
00:23:23But now a pattern was forming. A silent chain reaction. That night
00:23:29He stayed outside, gazing at the moon shining over the mountain peaks. The howls of
00:23:35The herd's calls echoed faintly in the distance, but even those familiar sounds were felt now
00:23:41denser. As I bring it up again, Steve muttered to himself. Rogan was reasonable, yes,
00:23:49But he is also proud. Too many requests of that kind could make him doubt his leadership.
00:23:55Or worse, to see Steve's involvement as the root of the discontent. Steve clenched his fists,
00:24:01And his breath formed small clouds in the cold night air. Once everything turned out well,
00:24:08He whispered. But if this keeps happening, how will Rogan react then?
00:24:14Chapter 1554, Echoes of Departure. Steve sensed the change that was taking place
00:24:21Within the group, a silent tension ran through the camp like the murmur that precedes a
00:24:26storm. It wasn't that the werewolves had never left the pack, after all,
00:24:32Steve himself had done it once, but there was a clear difference between his departure then and now.
00:24:38and what was happening now. When Steve left, he did so on his own, to pursue a
00:24:44dream, to live her way, to pursue an ambition that didn't fit within the limits of the
00:24:49pack. But the wolves that were leaving now weren't doing so for independence. They were leaving because
00:24:56They wanted to see what life was like under a different banner. The Redwing pack hadn't changed everything. That pack
00:25:03It didn't even exist when Steve decided to forge his own path. In his time, abandoning security was a thing of the past.
00:25:10Joining a pack used to mean venturing into danger, facing the cruelty of the world alone. But now,
00:25:17These wolves were not venturing into the unknown, but rather heading towards a promising place.
00:25:23Most werewolves wouldn't risk leaving their safe haven just to wander around
00:25:29Wild lands. Yet there they were, choosing to join another pack. It was understandable.
00:25:37But dangerous. The question was, what should Steve do about it? And, more importantly,
00:25:44What should Rogan do? One request had already been granted. If they started denying them...
00:25:52Wouldn't that create resentment in the camp in the future? Wouldn't that make others feel
00:25:58Trapped, just as Rogan himself had feared? Steve rubbed the back of his neck, pacing
00:26:04I sat by the campfire, lost in thought. The truth was, I wanted time to consider the best way.
00:26:10to bring this up with Rogan. He knew it wouldn't be the last request. The curiosity that spread between
00:26:18The rescued wolves were too powerful to ignore. But time was a luxury that couldn't be wasted.
00:26:24allow it. The group that wanted to leave had grown impatient. They whispered among themselves in the corners,
00:26:31Their voices were filled with urgency. An idea had taken root among them. They wanted to speak directly with
00:26:39Rogan. That meant Steve couldn't delay any longer. He found Rogan later that night.
00:26:46In their stone chamber, the same one where they held their meetings. Torches on the walls
00:26:52They flickered softly, casting long shadows on the hides and carvings that decorated the space.
00:26:57Rogan sat at the back of the room, his presence calm yet imposing.
00:27:04and the weight of leadership was always visible in his posture.
00:27:08—Rogan —Steve began cautiously—, I think these wolves just want to see what the other side is like.
00:27:14—This has nothing to do with your leadership. They're not rebelling, they're just curious.
00:27:22Rogan's expression didn't change, so Steve continued, the words flowing faster into
00:27:27as it found its rhythm. —They have enjoyed their stay here —she said sincerely.
00:27:33—They like people, security, work. But they can't help but imagine what life would be like without them.
00:27:40elsewhere. They don't know what the Red Queen pack is really like, so their imagination fills in the gaps.
00:27:48They dream of something perfect because they've never seen it. She took a deep breath and her voice softened.
00:27:53"It's not a rejection of you. But I understand where her feelings come from. I've had those feelings myself."
00:28:01Same thoughts. Perhaps, perhaps it's time we looked beyond these mountains.
00:28:08If we explored together, or even if we expanded our borders a little,
00:28:13If we traded with other peoples, if we forged ties, we could strengthen our reputation.
00:28:19We could make ourselves known without losing our identity. As Steve spoke,
00:28:25His words resonated with more conviction. He could see it, the kind of world that had always existed.
00:28:31imagined. A place where werewolves didn't need to hide, where their pack could
00:28:37to thrive openly without fear. In his mind, it was very much like what his brother Jack had done.
00:28:44Built in the Redwing Kingdom. But Steve's version was different. His dream was a sanctuary.
00:28:50Built by werewolves, for werewolves. A home under their own control, not one that depended on them.
00:28:57of human tolerance or royal favor. Rogan listened patiently, without taking his eyes off
00:29:03Steve. When Steve finally paused, Rogan leaned forward, his tone calm.
00:29:10But firm. Okay, she said. I understand your concerns, and yours too. I'll talk
00:29:18with each of them individually. I will remind them what the outside world was like for
00:29:23Us. The cages. The hunts. The hatred. He exhaled deeply before continuing.
00:29:32If, after hearing this, you still wish to leave, you are free to go. I believe that keeping you here is detrimental.
00:29:39Letting them go here against their will would cause more harm than letting them go. You know that as well as I do, Steve.
00:29:46Many of us were deeply scarred by the outside world. Something broke.
00:29:52inside. Some can't even bear to hear a human voice without rage erupting within them.
00:29:57invade. Steve nodded silently. Rogan was right. There were some within the pack who
00:30:05They still harbored a deep hatred, wolves who would never forgive the world that had hunted them.
00:30:12They kept themselves away from human lands by their own choice, desiring only distance.
00:30:17And peace. Steve had been like them too. Before he met Jack, before the kingdom
00:30:24Redwin showed him another path; he believed that humans and werewolves could never coexist. But he
00:30:31Time had transformed him, and he was grateful that Rogan wasn't one of the extremists.
00:30:37Rogan maintained the fragile balance, allowing those filled with anger to have a home without
00:30:42let his hatred dominate the pack. Just as he promised, Rogan met with each of them
00:30:48Four who wished to leave. He dedicated his time to them, listening attentively, reminding them that
00:30:55They had escaped. And what dangers still lurked beyond the camp's boundaries? But they were already...
00:31:02Determined. No matter what Rogan said, they wanted to go. They wanted to see for themselves if the rumors were true.
00:31:10The things they said about the Redwin kingdom were true. And so, one by one, they left. The days passed.
00:31:18The weeks passed. Around the fire, whispers began again. Some wondered...
00:31:25aloud whether those who had left would return, realizing that life among the wolves of
00:31:31Red Wings wasn't as idyllic as they had imagined. Perhaps they would return and tell the others that this
00:31:37The camp, the one Rogan had built, was, after all, the best home. But none
00:31:44He returned. His absence spoke louder than words. And his silence only increased the curiosity of those around him.
00:31:51Moreover, some began to think that Camp Redwin really did offer a better
00:31:57way of life. Despite everything, Steed continued to fulfill his duties. He led his team in
00:32:05The missions involved gathering supplies and carrying out rescue operations as usual. The routine.
00:32:11Daily life hadn't changed, although the atmosphere felt slightly different, quieter.
00:32:17more uncertain. Then came his next mission, one of the most important. The reward was
00:32:24A substantial sum of gold was promised upon completion. A mission that would supply the
00:32:30camp for months. Steed and his group carried it out with precision and experience,
00:32:36completing it without losses or delays. But when the task was finished, something else called.
00:32:42Steed's attention was drawn to the map and the route they had taken, and he realized something.
00:32:49The mission site was close, closer than he had anticipated, to the borders of the kingdom
00:32:54Redwin. He stood atop a hill overlooking the valley, the wind caressing his
00:33:01He gazed at the distant horizon, his hair gleaming. "It's been a long time, hasn't it?" he thought to himself.
00:33:08He gave a slight smile. Perhaps it's time I paid him a visit.
00:33:14Chapter 1555, A Kingdom of Red Walls. The five werewolves who traveled with Steed were not
00:33:22They were not just companions, they were comrades who had fought, shed blood, and survived together.
00:33:27on countless missions. Each of them had remained by his side in the worst of times,
00:33:33And although their personalities were different, they all shared something in common: they believed in the
00:33:39Steed's cause. They weren't just fighters. They were believers, wolves who dreamed of something more than a
00:33:46Endless conflict. Like Steed, they found joy in helping others like themselves, werewolves.
00:33:53trapped in disastrous situations, enslaved, persecuted, or lost. They believed that one day,
00:34:00Perhaps humans and werewolves could coexist without fear or hatred. So when Steed suggested visiting
00:34:07The Redwin kingdom, the group didn't hesitate. They were enthusiastic, although a certain unease still lingered.
00:34:14in their eyes. Will everything be alright? one of them asked as they walked along the forest path.
00:34:21with the wind whipping their cloaks. Being from another pack, they could cause us trouble, right?
00:34:28Yes, another added. I've heard stories, old stories passed down from generation to generation,
00:34:36about wolves from different packs meeting. Some say that triggers a
00:34:42Fighting instinct. They might not be too happy about our presence. Steed glanced around
00:34:48Over his shoulder, a slight smile playing at the corner of his lips. You worry too much.
00:34:55he said lightly. But there are others, aren't there? The third one chimed in. Those who abandoned our
00:35:04camp to join them. Maybe they can convince Redwing's pack that we're not
00:35:09enemies. Steed didn't respond immediately. He shared their concerns, but he knew something
00:35:16which they ignored. The alpha of the Redwing pack, Jack, wasn't just any werewolf, he was the
00:35:23Steed's brother. Even so, Steed had decided not to mention that detail. He didn't want the others to know.
00:35:31they would not be treated differently nor would they be expected to be welcomed because of family ties.
00:35:37It was best to keep that truth to himself, for now. As he approached the red kingdom,
00:35:43The view that stretched before them took their breath away. Imposing walls rose up in the
00:35:49distant, grand and ancient, built of solid stone that reflected the sunlight like
00:35:55burnished silver. The walls were not ordinary; they spoke of strength, history, and purpose.
00:36:02"I heard this place used to be a kingdom for training knights," murmured one of the wolves.
00:36:07shielding his eyes from the sun as he looked towards the enormous gates.
00:36:12Yes, another replied. Before Redwing's pack took control. That's why they have those
00:36:19enormous fortifications, and I've heard they still have many knights in their service. The lips
00:36:26Steve's eyes curved in silent nod. The Redwing realm was truly different. It wasn't
00:36:33It was not merely a pack's hideout, nor a den concealed in the mountains. It was a civilization that,
00:36:39Somehow, he had managed to merge the human and the supernatural. Enter through the door
00:36:45The main task was surprisingly easy. The red kingdom was open to the public.
00:36:51It was teeming with merchants, travelers, and adventurers. For Steve and his group, entry was even easier.
00:36:59They themselves were registered adventurers, and their identification allowed them to complete
00:37:04missions and report on them in different kingdoms. After crossing the heavy gates,
00:37:09Steve approached a guard stationed nearby. "Excuse me," he asked calmly. "Could I..."
00:37:16Tell me where to find the red-clad werewolves? His companions immediately stiffened,
00:37:23They exchanged worried glances. It was a bold question, too direct.
00:37:29Too risky. Would the guard respond? To her surprise, the man in armor didn't hesitate.
00:37:37He smiled slightly and pointed toward the west district. If you hear the sound of clanging metal,
00:37:44"They're going in the right direction," he said. The group blinked in disbelief. "That's it."
00:37:50"Everything," one of them whispered as they walked away. Steve chuckled. "They seem to be nicer."
00:37:58"It's not what you expected," another said cautiously. "Perhaps they simply don't know we're werewolves."
00:38:05The city unfolded before them as they followed the directions, wide cobbled streets,
00:38:12Bustling markets, children running between the stalls. It was strange and comforting at the same time.
00:38:19The air vibrated with life. Then, faintly at first, the rhythmic tapping of the
00:38:25Metal against metal. —There it is, said Steve. As they approached,
00:38:31The sound grew louder, hammer against steel, a steady rhythm that resonated like a
00:38:37A heartbeat echoed throughout the district. Then their noses caught it, the unmistakable scent of their species.
00:38:45Strong, wild, unmistakable. They followed the scent trail until they reached the buildings.
00:38:51They began to change. Before them stood an enormous forge, a great furnace that dominated the
00:38:57horizon. Smoke billowed from its chimney, filled with the aroma of red-hot iron.
00:39:03I live. Around him stretched rows of wooden and stone houses, descending the hill
00:39:09in perfect lines. Beyond, they spotted open fields, warehouses, and other buildings that seemed
00:39:17to form a small community. It was like a city within a city. —Wow! —exclaimed one of the
00:39:25Wolves. —This place is huge. And look, there are restaurants down there. Werewolves sitting
00:39:33Outside, drinking, laughing, having a great time. Another quickly cleared his throat, trying
00:39:40Don't seem too impressed. —Yeah, that's fine, but he's not so different from us, is he?
00:39:48—They may live in the city, but it seems they're confined to a single area. I suppose not.
00:39:54They are as integrated into human society as everyone says. The tone of his voice gave the
00:40:00I got the impression that he was trying to convince himself as much as others. Steve didn't respond. He had
00:40:07His gaze was fixed on the scene before him. He could see humans and werewolves interacting,
00:40:14They exchanged goods and talked to each other, but there was still a distance between them.
00:40:19—Cooperation, yes. But not full unity. Even so, it was progress. Something worthwhile.
00:40:28To protect. As they entered the courtyard, a shadow descended from above. A figure landed in front of them.
00:40:36They were met with the dull thud of heavy boots on stone. "Stop!" shouted the newcomer.
00:40:43Her voice was high-pitched and commanding. Her eyes shone with an intense, penetrating blue as she scrutinized them.
00:40:49attentively. —What are you doing here? —You smell strange. Different, but at the same time familiar.
00:40:57Steve's group instinctively backed away. "We're from another pack!" one of them exclaimed.
00:41:04Quickly. "Another pack?" The guard's expression hardened, and his claws moved.
00:41:11next to her. "Do you mean...?" Before she could finish, a voice shouted from behind.
00:41:18"Don't worry," she said. "I know them. They're my guests." The tension dissipated instantly.
00:41:27—That voice, firm, confident, familiar. Steve turned to her, holding his breath for a moment
00:41:35Upon seeing the figure approaching in the light. Broad shoulders, a firm step, that unmistakable aura
00:41:42Commanding officer. His brother. Jack.
00:41:47Chapter 1556. Brothers gathered.
00:41:51It had been a long time since Steve had seen his brother face to face. As soon as he saw him again,
00:41:56A strange mixture of anticipation and unease washed over him. He wasn't quite sure how Jack would react.
00:42:03After so many years. Part of him believed—no, hoped—that Jack would welcome him with open arms.
00:42:10open. However, that small, persistent doubt lingered in his mind. Things were never
00:42:17Simple when it came to their lineage. The last time they'd seen each other, Steve was still a wolf.
00:42:24Omega, of lower rank and power under his brother's command. Even now, although he belonged to another
00:42:30The pack, something deep within him, something primal, stirred restlessly. His muscles
00:42:37They tensed up, the hairs on the back of their necks stood on end, and they felt a tingling under their skin, as if their own
00:42:43The cells would remember the hierarchy among them. Jack looked as strong as ever. His bare torso revealed
00:42:51Chiseled muscles were revealed, seemingly sculpted from stone. Every movement
00:42:56The light rippled across her skin, the result of years of combat and discipline. But what really
00:43:02What surprised Steve most was how much his brother had aged. Jack's hair, once dark,
00:43:08Her face had turned completely gray, and faint wrinkles furrowed its surface. Her eyes, slightly
00:43:15Sunken by time, they shone with a sharp wisdom they hadn't possessed before. It was strange,
00:43:22There wasn't much of an age difference between them, but Jack looked decades older.
00:43:27Steve couldn't help but wonder if he looked like that too. Despite the change in his features,
00:43:33Jack's body told a different story. He may have looked older, but his bearing, his aura, and the
00:43:40The power emanating from him was more intense than ever. His thunderous voice conveyed authority and
00:43:46security was present when he finally spoke. "Please follow me," Jack said, gesturing with his hand.
00:43:53open. "I always thought they would come someday. And when they did, I wanted to show them everything that
00:44:00I have managed to build. Let me give you and your friends a tour." The five werewolves who
00:44:08They stood behind Steve and exchanged uncertain glances. Although they were brave, they felt
00:44:14strangely shy around Jack. His presence was imposing. Like Rogan, his voice had the
00:44:21He had the authority of an alpha, but unlike Rogan's firm calm, Jack's tone was more serious,
00:44:27resonating in their chests. It wasn't hostile, but it instinctively reminded them that they were in the
00:44:34Another alpha's territory. Steve smiled slightly, suppressing the subtle tension that ran through him.
00:44:40body. "I'd like to see what you've built," he said. Despite the urge to bow or submit,
00:44:48He stood tall. He had missed his brother. Whatever happened at that meeting,
00:44:55She wanted to make up for lost time with them. Her tour began, and it was something completely different from anything else.
00:45:01What Steve had never seen before. The Red Wing kingdom not only survived, but thrived.
00:45:09Wherever they went, life seemed to throb in the streets. Werewolves moved among the
00:45:15Humans, working side by side in ways Steve could never have imagined. He saw children, some
00:45:22Some are fully human, others partially transformed, playing together in open courtyards.
00:45:27Laughter filled the air, a sound I hadn't heard from young werewolves in years. Yet
00:45:35Thus, amidst the heat, Steve perceived glances that betrayed a latent fear. The most citizens
00:45:41Wealthy people kept their distance; some even hired guards to watch over their children from afar.
00:45:47the shadows. The peace that permeated the place was real, but fragile. What impressed Steve most was the
00:45:54Forging. A vast section of the city was dedicated to blacksmithing, with rows of furnaces.
00:46:00that shone with orange and gold tones, and the rhythmic tapping of the hammers that resonated
00:46:06like music. There were weapons of all kinds, from simple swords to intricate armor with
00:46:12Silver runes. One particular armor caught his eye. It glowed faintly with a hue
00:46:19Golden yellow, not real gold, but something more intense, refined. Recognition flashed by.
00:46:26Steve's eyes. I know this design, he murmured. It was one of his own creations. Years ago,
00:46:35Before leaving Jack, he had given his brother a book, a guide he had written himself,
00:46:41Packed with techniques for forging armor specially designed for werewolves in combat. Watch it now!
00:46:48The craftsmanship, perfected and polished, filled him with a quiet pride. Jack's voice echoed beside him.
00:46:56“Our blacksmiths worked very hard to master that technique,” he said with a smile. “It protects
00:47:02"Even against silver." Steve nodded, smiling genuinely for the first time. "You've done more than..."
00:47:09that I imagined." They continued walking, passing through markets, workshops, and houses. Each scene showed them
00:47:17a landscape of transformation. Jack had achieved what Steve had only dreamed of, a place where
00:47:23Werewolves could live among humans on equal terms. Ultimately, their journey
00:47:30He led them to the center of the district, to what Jack proudly called his town hall. It didn't look like
00:47:36to the magnificent palaces of human kings. The area was circular, open to the sky, surrounded by tall
00:47:43trees that formed a natural barrier. In its center stood a large wooden building with
00:47:49Glass windows and banners bearing the Red Wing emblem. Inside, the werewolves worked.
00:47:55at long tables covered with papers and maps. The room buzzed with conversations about trade,
00:48:02Security and cooperation with human guilds. It wasn't what Steve expected to find in a
00:48:07werewolf fortress, but it inspired respect. Jack walked ahead, his hands clasped to
00:48:14"I spend most of my time here," he explained. "I meet with human officials, leaders."
00:48:22From guilds, merchants. We plan our policies and manage trade. Maybe not
00:48:30"It might not seem like much, but that's how we survive here." Steve looked around, taking in the scene.
00:48:37In silence. He began to understand the price of that progress. Every advance, every alliance,
00:48:44It had been earned through tireless effort. It was no wonder Jack had gray hair.
00:48:51Here, leadership was based not only on power, but also on patience, diplomacy, and...
00:48:57perseverance. Now he understood, the wisdom in Jack's eyes didn't come from age, but from
00:49:03experience, from years dedicated to balancing trust and suspicion, peace and tension.
00:49:10They couldn't simply take advantage of human systems, Steve thought. To truly belong,
00:49:17They had to help build them. When the guided tour finally ended, Jack led them to his
00:49:23office. The office was spacious and filled with bookshelves full of books. Near the window
00:49:30There was a heavy desk, piled high with documents and letters. Steve raised an eyebrow and chuckled.
00:49:38A lot has changed, brother. I never thought I'd see you surrounded by books. You weren't exactly like that.
00:49:46A studious type. Jack smiled smugly and sat down behind the desk. Most are just from
00:49:53"It's an ornament," he admitted. "They make me look smarter when we have guests." Steve laughed, shaking his head.
00:50:01head. For a brief moment, they felt they were just brothers again, two wolves conversing,
00:50:08Not two alphas burdened by duty. But the warmth of the moment faded when the expression
00:50:14Steve became thoughtful. "There's something that intrigues me," she said, leaning slightly forward.
00:50:21As we walked through here, I didn't see any of the wolves from our pack. Those who left the
00:50:28Rogan's camp to join you. Where are they? Jack froze. The air between
00:50:36They changed. He slowly raised his gaze, his expression unreadable. "From your pack?" he repeated.
00:50:44What do you mean? Chapter 1557 Disturbing Answers
00:50:51Esteve let out a nervous giggle. The sound betrayed nervousness, a barely perceptible tremor.
00:50:58It was noticeable in his voice. He was afraid, afraid of what his brother might say next.
00:51:04Jack, I'm sorry, Steve said, forcing a smile that didn't quite reach his eyes. I don't know if you're...
00:51:12Whether you're joking or not, if that's the case, please, can we talk seriously for a moment? Jack didn't interrupt.
00:51:20He simply stared at his brother, with an unreadable expression.
00:51:24There were some young ones from our pack, Steve continued. Others decided to leave.
00:51:29They wanted to come here, to join the Redwing kingdom. They should have arrived long before me.
00:51:37They were Omega wolves, so they weren't even part of our pack anymore. Just,
00:51:43I need to know if they made it this far. The room fell silent. For a few
00:51:49seconds later, the kind and welcoming expression that Jack had worn since their reunion vanished.
00:51:54Her eyes hardened, not from anger, but from contemplation, and her silence oppressed Steve.
00:52:01like a heavy burden. When Jack finally spoke, his tone was measured, each word chosen carefully.
00:52:08"Carefully. Omega wolves have arrived in the city," he said slowly. "Some have joined us."
00:52:16You can meet with them, talk to them, as long as I'm with you. He leaned back in his chair,
00:52:23exhaling. You have to understand, Steve. Many of these Omegas come from brutal backgrounds.
00:52:31They have suffered more than most can imagine. Some are still learning to live.
00:52:36free again. Others haven't even joined the pack and retain their Omega status.
00:52:43We do what we can to make them feel comfortable, but introducing them to someone from another
00:52:48The pack might suddenly frighten them. Esteve nodded slightly. It made sense, but he felt
00:52:55A knot in her stomach. She knew Jack wasn't lying, but he was cautious, reserved in a way
00:53:01which worried Steve. Jack's eyes rested on him again. Everyone who joins the kingdom
00:53:08Redwin goes through me first. Everyone is investigated. And although there's always the possibility that
00:53:16Someone arrives without telling me their whole story; no one has ever mentioned coming from another pack.
00:53:22I don't want you to get your hopes up, brother. Because if your wolves had reached here,
00:53:27I'm sure I would have found out by now. Steve's heart sank at the sincerity in her tone.
00:53:33Jack's. Even so, Jack agreed to give him a ride. The two left the office and began to walk around
00:53:40the quieter areas of the Redwin settlement, where the newcomers stayed
00:53:45until he adapted to city life. Jack's words echoed in Steve's mind
00:53:50As they walked, moderate your expectations. He tried to prepare himself for disappointment, but the idea of the
00:53:57The missing wolves refused to leave him. As they crossed the training field and entered
00:54:03In a shaded courtyard, Steve saw them, the newcomers to the Omega Wolves. A few were
00:54:10Sitting near the stone fountain, some were conversing, others were simply staring into space.
00:54:16They looked exhausted, worn out by the lives they had led before arriving there.
00:54:22Steve scrutinized their faces one by one, waiting for a glimmer of recognition. Waiting
00:54:28She expected to see someone she knew. But there was no one there. Her expression tightened. She shook her head slightly.
00:54:36incredulous. There weren't many at first, only a few omegas had left their pack because
00:54:43back then, and he remembered each of their faces clearly. He remembered the day he
00:54:49They asked for help, because they had believed in him, trusting that he would fix things. He had promised them
00:54:56security. Now, looking around, there was no sign of them anywhere. Jack spoke
00:55:04in a low voice beside him. You see? We have some who just joined, but none from your side.
00:55:11As far as I know. Steve barely heard it. His thoughts were already racing. What happened to them?
00:55:19Did they never make it? Were they attacked by beasts along the way? That explanation almost
00:55:27It made sense. For a lone traveler, the road could be deadly. But these wolves had
00:55:34They went together, in a pack. They were experienced, capable. They wouldn't have fallen so easily.
00:55:41And if other Omega wolves had managed to reach Redwind safely since then, why couldn't theirs?
00:55:48People? Something didn't add up. With his head down, Steve followed Jack back to his office. This
00:55:56The path seemed longer and longer, each step heavier than the last. Inside, Jack watched his
00:56:03Brother, silent for a while before speaking. What are you thinking about? Steve looked up,
00:56:09His eyes clouded with guilt. "The members of my pack," he said slowly.
00:56:16They came to me asking if they could join the Redwind group. They trusted me. They believed that I
00:56:23I could do it, I could do something for them. I thought I was helping them, Jack. I thought
00:56:30I was changing something, but now I feel like maybe I've made everything worse. Jack remained silent,
00:56:37Giving him space to speak. There's only one person who knows the truth, Steve finally said. His voice
00:56:44It stabilized, gaining strength with each word. I need to talk to Rogan. I need to hear his
00:56:51version. Determination replaced the uncertainty in her gaze. Outside the office,
00:56:58The other werewolves who had traveled with Steve were waiting. They had heard enough to
00:57:04They understood what was happening, and the worry was evident on their faces. Are we going to be okay?
00:57:11One of them asked cautiously. Steve turned to face them. His expression softened,
00:57:18But his tone remained firm and authoritarian. "They will stay here," he said. "Right now, it's safer."
00:57:26For everyone. I'll come back and talk to Rogan personally. Until I know what's going on,
00:57:33None of you must leave the Red Queen kingdom. Understood? The group exchanged glances.
00:57:39They were uncertain, but they nodded. They trusted him enough not to question the order.
00:57:47However, inside, Steve's thoughts were far less stable. His mind was teeming with
00:57:54Possibilities, each darker than the last. Why hadn't they arrived? Had they been given a lead?
00:58:01Ambush? Captured? Or was it something even worse? The silence lingered until Jack finally
00:58:09He broke it. If you discover that Rogan is responsible for the members' disappearance
00:58:14"From your pack," Jack said softly, "what will you do?" Steve didn't answer right away. He felt Jack's hand.
00:58:22over his shoulder, a gesture of comfort, but also of restraint. Jack's fingers trembled slightly,
00:58:29the instinct of an alpha to touch another member of a pack that was not his own. However,
00:58:36His voice remained calm, firm in his reasoning. Steve held his brother's gaze, with the
00:58:42His jaw clenched. "If Rogan had anything to do with this," he said quietly, "I'll do whatever it takes to..."
00:58:48Fix it. I can't let this continue. He took a step back and breathed deeply. Jack,
00:58:56Forget about this, okay? Help your people. Focus on keeping this place safe. But
00:59:04This isn't your fight. Stay out of it. Jack didn't reply, but his look said it all. He knew that
00:59:13Steve wouldn't let it go, and the truth, whatever it was, could destroy everything.
00:59:19Chapter 1558. The truth under the mountain.
00:59:24After speaking with Jack, Steve wasted no time. He left the Redwyn kingdom behind and traveled alone through the
00:59:30mountain trails that led him back to his pack's territory. However, his mind
00:59:36She was far from calm. The night air was icy and penetrating, capable of chilling even to the skin.
00:59:43a werewolf. His thoughts twisted and tangled like smoke in the wind. It wasn't just
00:59:50Rogan, what was weighing on him was everything. What Jack had built was still present in his mind as
00:59:56a recurring nightmare. He had always wanted to change the way werewolves lived,
01:00:02to make peace between them and humans possible. But Jack had achieved it; he had created that vision.
01:00:08from scratch. While Steve was still trying to change a single pack, Jack had built an entire
01:00:14kingdom. Even so, Steve couldn't let that discourage him. My path is my own, he thought. Jack
01:00:23He built something great, but that doesn't mean what I do is pointless. My mission continues.
01:00:30being important. Although he tried to convince himself, his brother's words kept
01:00:36echoing in their ears. If they didn't arrive, something is wrong. The image of those werewolves
01:00:43The images of the missing, young faces full of hope, were etched in his mind. He needed to know what had happened.
01:00:50It had happened. I needed to hear it directly from Rogan. You'd better tell me the truth, Rogan, he thought.
01:00:58a somber expression. Because if not, I'll discover it myself. When he finally returned to the fortress of the
01:01:05As he reached the mountain, a familiar sight greeted him. The great stone walls rose majestically through the mist.
01:01:12And the steep cliffs surrounded the camp like protective arms. It was an impressive base, and
01:01:19In its own way, beautiful. However, compared to the red kingdom, it felt colder.
01:01:26More a fortress than a home. The number of werewolves here was almost the same as in Redwin.
01:01:32But their mood was different. The energy in the air was dense, contained. Even the laughter that sometimes
01:01:41The sounds echoed through the camp, carrying a hint of unease. "This place is a sanctuary."
01:01:47Steed muttered under his breath. "But it's also a cage." He went down to the camp. "Steed,
01:01:55"He's back!" someone shouted. As soon as the others saw him, several ran towards him.
01:02:00with emotion reflected in his eyes. Many had been rescued by him in the past,
01:02:06And Steed was one of the few whom everyone trusted. He had earned that loyalty. But
01:02:13As he walked by, their smiles began to fade. "What happened?" one whispered.
01:02:21"He's alone." That had never happened before. "Look at his face," another murmured. "Something's wrong."
01:02:31Whispers haunted him like a shadow. Normally, Steed would have stopped to talk to them,
01:02:37to reassure them. But not this time. His expression said it all; it wasn't the expression of a man returning.
01:02:45triumphant. "I thought I was good at hiding my emotions," Steed thought as he climbed the steps.
01:02:51from the mountain. "I suppose not." That doesn't bode well for what's to come. He arrived at the
01:02:59The upper platform where Rogan resided, the pack's headquarters. The large oval building
01:03:06It stood firm against the wind, its stone walls marked by the passage of time.
01:03:12Steed entered through the heavy cloth that served as a door. Rogan was sitting at his desk, hunched over.
01:03:19On the parchment, her hand glided smoothly as she wrote. The room smelled faintly of ink and
01:03:26Wolf skin. Without looking up, he spoke in his usual deep and imposing tone. "Have you returned?"
01:03:34Steed said nothing, watching Alpha work. Rogan's hand moved steadily, his attention
01:03:41She fixed her gaze on the papers in front of her. "I know you've been busy," Rogan continued. "Our group
01:03:48has been receiving more applications lately. Some kingdoms have begun to recognize our
01:03:54Their strength as mercenaries. That reputation is useful. It will also help us find more omegas. Their
01:04:03"The number is decreasing." Still, Steed didn't reply. The silence lasted long enough
01:04:10as if to make Rogan pause mid-sentence. His pen stopped. Although he hadn't lifted
01:04:17With my eyes, I could feel Steed's presence; the tension emanating from him was like heat.
01:04:24Slowly, Rogan raised his head. Steed remained rigid in the doorway, his fists clenched.
01:04:30Pressed to the sides, their eyes cold and blazing with something dangerous. "What?"
01:04:36"Why are you looking at me like that?" Rogan asked, letting out a low growl. Steed's voice came out low,
01:04:43Firm, but trembling with restraint. "What did you do?" Rogan narrowed her eyes.
01:04:51“I want the truth,” Steed said, stepping forward. “What did you do to those who asked?”
01:04:57"Leave the group, those who wanted to leave, Rogan?" "Don't lie to me." "If you do, I'll know."
01:05:05The alpha exhaled through his nose and then slowly placed the quill next to the inkwell. Leaning back in his chair,
01:05:11He watched Steed intently, almost curiously. "What do you think I did?" Rogan asked. His tone
01:05:20It was calm at first, but there was a palpable tension beneath that exterior. "Do you have any idea what
01:05:26What does it mean to lead this pack, Steed? The pressure I face every day,
01:05:32"Protecting each and every one of them?" Her voice rose, echoing in the room. "All I've done has been
01:05:40For them, for us. To create a safe haven where werewolves can live without...
01:05:46"Fear, do you think it's easy?" Esteve said nothing, clenching his jaw. "They didn't just ask
01:05:53"They asked to leave the pack," Rogan continued, raising his voice. "They asked to leave me. To join another one."
01:06:00"Pack, to another alpha." "Do you understand what that means?" He stood up abruptly, making
01:06:07creaking the chair against the floor. "Before, the only threat I worried about was humans."
01:06:14Rogan continued. “Now there’s another alpha on the loose. Another leader building his own empire.” “You know how
01:06:22End this, Steed. Throughout history, two alphas have always clashed. There can never be
01:06:30"Peace between us." Those wolves you're asking about didn't just leave. They were betraying us.
01:06:37everything we had built here. His hand extended forcefully, slamming it on the table with such force.
01:06:43An intensity that made the inkwell tremble. They chose to side with those who would destroy us.
01:06:50Steed's knuckles turned white as he clenched his fists. He understood Rogan's fear.
01:06:56She even felt it, but none of that justified what she was beginning to suspect. Why didn't Rogan...
01:07:03Why hadn't they told anyone about this? Why hadn't they talked about it, resolved it together like before?
01:07:09And then came the final question. "I'm asking you one last time," Steed said, his voice trembling.
01:07:16Fury. "What did you do to them, Rogan?" The atmosphere in the room grew heavy. Even the sound
01:07:24The outside wind seemed to vanish. Rogan's gaze hardened. For a long time,
01:07:31He said nothing. Then, in a voice as cold and sharp as a sword, he replied. Rogan didn't
01:07:39She remained unmoved. She stood firm, her decision made and her conviction unwavering. "I did it
01:07:46"What I had to do," he said softly. "I killed them." Chapter 1559, The Blood Challenge.
01:07:55Steed froze, trembling, trying to process the words that had just come out of the
01:08:01Rogan's mouth. Deep down, he knew it could be true. He'd been preparing for it since the
01:08:08The moment he asked the question. But even knowing that didn't make listening to him any easier.
01:08:15The faces of the vanished werewolves flashed into his mind like lightning,
01:08:19Those who had come to him with hope in their eyes, with trembling voices, asking him if
01:08:25She could speak to Rogan for them. She remembered the smiles she had brought to their faces when she gave them the
01:08:31Good news, when he told them they were free to leave. And now, those same smiles have faded.
01:08:37turned into ghosts in his memory. It had all been a lie. A lie he had
01:08:44I'd been a part of it without knowing it. You said these people were your family, Steed's voice broke.
01:08:50His breathing became ragged as fury began to rise from the depths of his being.
01:08:56She raised her head slowly, fixing her gaze on Rogan. The faint claw mark on her face burned.
01:09:03a deep red as his energy surged. And you murdered them. Rogan didn't flinch. He didn't apologize.
01:09:13He simply returned her gaze with the cold, firm eyes of an alpha who believed that every
01:09:17Every word he said was justified. And that's what made it unbearable. Steed's heart pounded.
01:09:25with force in his chest. The fury that consumed him left no room for doubt. Every instinct in his
01:09:31His body screamed at him that this was no longer something he could talk about. "I dare you," Steed said in a more serious voice.
01:09:38grave, making the air around him tremble. "I challenge you to your position." At that moment, a faint
01:09:45A glow shone behind her eyes, a surge of energy that pulsed through the room like a heartbeat.
01:09:51Rogan's eyes lit up in turn, flashing with an intense, predatory red.
01:09:58The bond of dominance that kept each wolf submissive to its alpha. The invisible weight that
01:10:04It made rebellion impossible; it shattered in that instant. Any ancestral law that governed
01:10:10His instincts vanished beneath the heat of Steed's fury. And then the air exploded. Steed launched
01:10:18A roar with outstretched arm, and a claw energized with pure, condensed power tore open
01:10:23The ground, splitting the stone as it passed directly towards Rogan. Rogan didn't move until the very end.
01:10:29Second. Then, with a single flick of his arm, he pierced through the attack. The energy shattered like
01:10:37crystal, scattering fragments of white light that rained down throughout the room. Steed's eyes
01:10:43They opened wide. Rogan remained unharmed. But something strange was happening to his arm.
01:10:49From the alpha, white, jagged objects protruded from beneath its skin. Bones. Cracked fragments
01:10:57They fell to the ground as Rogan's flesh rippled and resealed itself around him.
01:11:03He flexed his fingers once, and the bones retracted with a dry crack.
01:11:07"I knew this day would come," Rogan said in a low but firm voice. "But you have no idea."
01:11:14Steed, I have no idea of the power I possess. I've never been afraid of you. His expression hardened,
01:11:21Their eyes shone more brightly. There's a reason this pack has survived.
01:11:27for so long. Steed's eyes darted quickly to his arms, to his
01:11:33shoulders, anywhere there might be movement. Then it happened again,
01:11:38The sound of a bone cracking. Long, sharp extensions sprouted from Rogan's palms.
01:11:44Bone-like claws forged from his own skeleton. They gleamed white against his skin
01:11:50Dark. "What is this?" Steed murmured, his chest tight. He had never seen anything like it.
01:11:58It wasn't just a transformation, it was something unnatural, something that altered the essence
01:12:04the same as a werewolf's body. Rogan flexed his hands, revealing his blades
01:12:10of bone that shone in the gloom. —I won't even need our moon to
01:12:15"I'll defeat you," he said. "If I'm the alpha of this pack, I'll prove it. And I'll prove why you..."
01:12:22And everyone else here, they still need me to protect them. He lunged forward,
01:12:29His body transforming in the midst of the attack. Black fur sprouted from his skin, his muscles
01:12:34They expanded, their bones creaked audibly as their bodies writhed in the imposing
01:12:40in the form of a werewolf. Steed roared in response, his body igniting with energy as he began
01:12:46his own transformation. Fur covered his body, his claws lengthened, and his fangs
01:12:52They were exposed. The instant he finished transforming, Rogan pounced.
01:12:58above him. The force of the impact generated a shockwave in the chamber. Steed managed to stay upright.
01:13:05standing, clinging to Rogan's arm as one of the bone extensions shot out
01:13:10It went right through his stomach before he could react. Blood splattered the air.
01:13:17Steed gasped in pain, even as he held Rogan's wrist to prevent the blow.
01:13:23The deeper he went, the wound burned and his strength waned. Rogan didn't stop. With a growl
01:13:30Gutturally, he grabbed Steed's arm and threw him across the room. The impact shook
01:13:36the ground, splitting the stone beneath his feet. Outside, the camp began to shake.
01:13:44Dust descended from the cliffs as several werewolves stared at the camera
01:13:48From the alpha. Can you feel it? one of them asked. The energy is enormous. Two others exchanged
01:13:57Worried glances. It has to be them. Rogan and Steed are fighting. But why?
01:14:06Another whispered, fear evident in his voice. They've always worked together. What
01:14:12What could have happened between them? Their questions were answered with a deafening roar.
01:14:19The mountain wall opened up, and stones and dust shot out.
01:14:25Amid the cloud of debris, a brown-furred werewolf was violently thrown out.
01:14:30from the gap. His body impacted the ground with force, rolling across the earth until
01:14:35Stop. Blood soaked his fur, which began to fade as his body recovered.
01:14:42His human form. It was Steed. There he lay, battered, his body covered in wounds
01:14:49that glittered in the moonlight. Moments later, another figure emerged through the
01:14:54The shattered wall and an imposing shadow shrank as it advanced.
01:15:00Rogan. As he emerged, his transformation faded, the black fur retracting until it returned
01:15:06to take on a human form. The bony weapons of his arms slowly dissolved into his
01:15:12meat. He stopped beside Steed and knelt. The camp had gathered around him,
01:15:18watching in silence, with faces that reflected a mixture of shock and sadness.
01:15:24"Steed," Rogan said quietly, his tone firm and authoritative. "You're an intelligent man. I know that..."
01:15:32You'll understand that what I've done is right. Steed's eyes, half-open and dazed,
01:15:38They turned to him in disbelief. "I'm not going to exile you," Rogan continued. "And I'm not going to kill you either."
01:15:45Many in this pack admire you. They would never forgive me. He extended his hand and placed it on the
01:15:53Steed's shoulder. So, instead of trying to change my mind, I'll change yours. You'll stay.
01:16:00Here, locked up. And in time, you'll see that everything I've done has been for the good of the pack.
01:16:08Steed didn't respond. He couldn't. The pain in his body was overwhelming, but the pain in his chest was
01:16:15Worse. Rogan stood up, looking at him one last time before turning away. The rest of the pack
01:16:23He watched in silence, astonished, realizing that the bond between its two strongest members,
01:16:29Without his two guiding figures, he was no longer the same. Chapter 1560, Chained under the mountain.
01:16:37The werewolf camp had never needed a prison. They were a community,
01:16:42not a kingdom, and its way of maintaining order had always been through trust,
01:16:48strength and respect. But as their numbers grew, disagreements became
01:16:53inevitable. There were always some who couldn't control their fury, wolves who believed that everything
01:16:59Every human deserved to die. Sometimes they would sneak into villages, seek blood, and return to the mountains.
01:17:06with crimson-stained claws. Rogan's ideology did not tolerate that kind of violence. He wanted
01:17:13that the camp would remain a refuge, a safe place away from both humans and the
01:17:19chaos of the outside world. If humans ever discovered where they were, if they tracked one of them
01:17:25The killers reaching that mountain could mean the end of everything. So when those uncontrollable wolves
01:17:32They refused to change when they became too dangerous to reason with.
01:17:37Rogan took care of them himself. At first, Astrid had a hard time accepting that rule. Killing those of
01:17:45His own kind went against everything he believed in. But what were the alternatives? To leave them?
01:17:52Free and massacre innocents? Or expel them, knowing that if they were captured, they would reveal the location
01:17:59of the camp? It was a choice between mercy and survival, and Astrid had forced herself to
01:18:05Accept it. But now, thanks to him, Rogan had built something new, something darker. A prison.
01:18:14Hewn into the mountainside, the prison was nothing more than a shallow, cold cave,
01:18:20Damp and dark. The air smelled of stone and rancid blood. Making use of contacts in cities
01:18:27Nearby, the werewolves had spent a fortune buying shackles, pins, and chains
01:18:32reinforced, designed for capturing powerful beasts. The metal gleamed faintly where
01:18:39Runes had been engraved on them, channels filled with magic crystals that made them practically
01:18:44unbreakable. And at the back of the cave, under a narrow slit of open sky, Astrid hung from
01:18:51Those shackles. The chains tightened around his wrists and ankles, digging into his skin.
01:18:58He wore only tattered rags, and his bare torso rose and fell slowly. A light, cold breeze...
01:19:04It grazed the skin through the small opening in the stone roof, where it could barely reach
01:19:10Looking up at the sky. How did I get to this? he thought, his eyes squinting. How did I end up like this again?
01:19:17Here? The cold metal weighed heavily on his body, and the magic of the chains numbed him.
01:19:23energy until he could barely move. Werewolves and humans, after all, aren't so different.
01:19:30He thought bitterly. When someone challenges the order, both sides find the same way to
01:19:36To silence him, to lock him up. Outside, the whole camp knew what had happened. Rogan didn't
01:19:44He had kept it a secret, and had even ordered others to help restrain and chain Steve.
01:19:50The image was seared into everyone's memory, the man who had once saved
01:19:55So many, now chained like a criminal. Yet no one knew why. Rogan hadn't given
01:20:03No explanation was given for the fight, nor was any reason given for Steve's imprisonment. And no one dared to...
01:20:10ask. If Steve, the second strongest in the group, couldn't defeat Rogan in combat or
01:20:16Convincing him with words, what chance did the rest have? However, the silence did not stop them
01:20:23moods. What could have caused the fight? A wolf whispered near the fire. They were always
01:20:31Together, working side by side. Maybe Steve betrayed the pack somehow, he surmised.
01:20:37Votro. Rogan wouldn't lock him up without reason. That's not true, Votro replied. Esteve wouldn't do that.
01:20:47Thanks to him, half of us are alive. Speculation spread throughout the camp.
01:20:53It spread like wildfire, and soon everyone had their own version of the story. Finally, a group came together.
01:21:00in the scarred mountain area where young wolves used to train. The area was
01:21:07Wide and open, with a rocky floor covered in claw marks from countless battles. It was a
01:21:14a safe place to release tension, half battlefield, half playground, a kind of
01:21:20werewolf park. Among them was one of the oldest wolves, broad-shouldered and
01:21:26His fur was streaked with gray. He was part of the pack long before many of the others were.
01:21:32Rescued. Young people, he said hoarsely. They're acting like it's the first time those two have ever fought.
01:21:41The group turned to him, eyes wide. "What do you mean, old man? This isn't..."
01:21:48"Nothing new," he said, crossing his arms. "You've heard the stories, haven't you? When Steve left the..."
01:21:56The camp years ago wasn't just for exploring. He and Rogan clashed constantly. They never shared
01:22:03the same worldview. He looked up at the mountaintop where the mansion of
01:22:09Rogan. Rogan didn't want to risk our safety by participating in rescue missions. He believed that bringing
01:22:17Too many stray wolves would put us in danger. Steve thought the opposite, that every werewolf
01:22:23He deserved a chance to be saved, regardless of the risk. He nodded slowly. That was what he
01:22:31They separated the first time. Esteve left. But when he returned, I suppose they learned to tolerate each other. Perhaps
01:22:39Both had changed a little. The younger wolves listened in silence. To many of them, Steve had
01:22:47He was the one who had found them, who had rescued them from slavery or death. He was the
01:22:53That was the reason they were there. They owed him everything. But then, one of them said quietly.
01:23:01If that's true, then maybe it's the same thing again. Maybe they disagreed and
01:23:08Things simply got out of hand. The old wolf sighed. Perhaps. Or perhaps Rogan saw something.
01:23:16which he didn't like, and Steve refused. To give in. Everyone knows Steve's heart. Once he believes that
01:23:25Something is wrong; he will fight to the end. The group fell silent again, their expressions becoming increasingly grim.
01:23:31more serious. They looked towards the mountain where they were holding Steve, their thoughts heavy with
01:23:38Guilt and anger. Without Steve, one whispered, he'd still be chained up. Me too, another said softly.
01:23:47They all fell silent, absorbing a shared understanding. Rogan would be their leader, but Steve had
01:23:54He had been her savior. Regardless of what had happened between them, one truth was
01:24:00Undeniably, if it weren't for Steve, most wouldn't be alive to discuss it. Finally, one of the wolves
01:24:07The younger ones stood up, their fists clenched at their sides. We have to do something, he said. No
01:24:15We can just stand idly by while he's locked up like this. The others hesitated, looking
01:24:21towards the alphas' hall at the mountain's summit. Rogan's mere presence was enough to paralyze them.
01:24:27to most. But then another stood up beside him. Steve risked everything for us. It's time
01:24:35that we return the favor. The old wolf gave a faint smile, though there was sadness in it.
01:24:41in their eyes. You will travel a dangerous road, he said. But if you are determined to do it, make sure
01:24:49to know what you're fighting for. The group looked at each other. They didn't need to say it out loud,
01:24:56They already knew.
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