"Find him. Kill him."
Marius's voice rang through the chamber, cold and absolute. Warriors immediately moved, their armor clanking as they rushed out in pursuit of Arthur.
The Elders remained silent, their expressions a mix of unease and quiet acceptance.
Elder Tobias exhaled. "Marius, are you certain this is the right path?"
Marius turned sharply, his eyes gleaming with satisfaction. "Arthur sealed his fate the moment he let this pack fall into chaos."
Another Elder, a woman with white streaks in her hair, stepped forward. "Arthur didn't let this pack fall. Nemesis did. And we all know it."
Marius's expression darkened. "Arthur is weak. We need strong leadership. If you disagree, you are welcome to challenge me."
Silence.
No one stepped forward.
Marius smirked. "That's what I thought." He turned, his cape sweeping behind him. "Now, prepare for war."
(Deep in the Forest)
Arthur ran.
His breath came in heavy bursts, his muscles burning with exertion, but he didn't stop.
