"Okay, Alena," Markus said, his voice low and dangerous. "Go ahead. Tell us what you know about the Lycans." Alena straightened up, a sly smile creeping onto her face as she began to speak. "The Lycans," she started, her tone dripping with malice, "are more powerful than you could ever imagine. They have been gathering forces, building an army that will sweep across the land and crush anyone who stands in their way. They are led by an Alpha who is unlike any other, a monster in both strength and cunning." She paused, watching Markus carefully, trying to gauge his reaction. When she saw nothing but cold detachment, she continued. "They have been planning this for years, biding their time, waiting for the right moment to strike. And when they do, there will be no mercy. Not for you, not fo

