The strong survive [J]

With a nod and a glance from the Alphas, Aariak knew that he had been allowed into the pack. He also knew that his speech about his old uncle had made a good effect on them, and he was satisfied. He too wished that his uncle found his was to them eventually, and he would receive him with open arms (nt litterally lol) the moment it came true.

With a nod of his own, Aariak reassured his loyalty to Tartok, and followed the pair into the valley. The mountains around it, forming an impressive ring or rocks, was clearly what had been of interest to the dark female and her fiery mate. Thsi place was a sanctuary, almost like an island for Tartok to grow strong without interference from the outside. This was the kind of places where warriors were brought up to be invincible. That was his task and his goal.