Chapter 11 The River Guardians

With Kellan now part of their group, the journey toward the southern river grew more urgent. The rogue wolf moved silently alongside Lyra, Kylan, and Ryan, his powerful form a reminder of the battle they had just won. Though an uneasy truce hung between them, there was no denying that Kellan’s presence brought a new strength to their efforts. The Heartwood’s magic pulsed through the air as they ventured deeper into the southern part of the forest. The trees here were different—taller, their leaves shimmering with a faint, silvery light. The sound of rushing water grew louder as they approached the river, and the air became heavy with moisture.