I focused, summoning the pure essence of the bloodline. Energy poured through the lattice, connecting every member of the pack in a web of light and strength. The shockwave struck Rafe directly. He screamed, clawing at the energy, but it held him in place, immobile.
“This ends now!” I yelled, letting the full force of the bloodline surge outward.
The energy struck him again, more powerful, more concentrated. The grid shimmered, then solidified around him, burning the shadow from his body. He tried to resist, but the bond, the bloodline, the combined will of everyone present was stronger.
With one final scream, Rafe collapsed, energy dissipating into nothingness. The clearing went silent. His threat, finally, was over.
I sank to my knees, gasping, my chest burning. Asher crouched beside
