Hours later, the storm had passed, leaving behind a silence that was almost suffocating. Drex sat on a fallen tree, his body battered and bruised, but alive. Korrak stood beside him, the beast's massive form still trembling with the residual energy of the battle. The Alpha lay defeated, its body smoldering in the aftermath of their clash.
Drex looked at his companion, his heart heavy with the knowledge of what lay ahead. This victory was not without cost. There would be others who sought to destroy the fragile peace between tamers and beasts. The world was still broken, but perhaps, just perhaps, they had a chance to rebuild it.
Korrak lowered his head, nuzzling Drex gently. In that moment, the bond between them spoke louder than words. No matter what came next, they would face it together.