Chapter 54: Bloodfang Wolves (2)

Jayce, even amidst the chaos, recognized the impending danger. His instincts kicked in, driving him forward with unyielding determination. In the blink of an eye, he was beside Zane, his hand gripping the younger man's shoulder, shaking him out of his fearful trance.

"Zane, move!" Jayce's voice rang out, commanding and urgent. Zane snapped back to reality, his fear momentarily overridden by Jayce's forceful presence. Together, they started to retreat, the others turning their attention to the looming threat.

The Alpha Bloodfang Wolf stood poised at the entrance it had just made, its red eyes locking onto the party with a chilling intensity. It was as if its very presence exuded dominance, commanding both the wolves and the forest itself. And then, with a terrible howl that echoed into the night, it lunged forward.