Emberwood O the wild charge they made

Aaron led his wolves away and the Maplewood emerged victorious without even coming to blows. Reek couldn't help but let a proud smirk line his face in the wake of this great accomplishment. And with that, the territory squabble was finally over. The wolves of the Phoenix Maplewood could now enjoy peace for a change.

Saena spoke, drawing the raid to a close. While, he ached to return to the safety of home, Reek felt his job was not quite over yet. "I'll stay," he replied. "I'll check to see if any stragglers remain." He believed all who followed the would-be-alpha left along with him, but it would be best to check for himself.

"I'll be back by nightfall," he assured his pack, but it was directed toward Saena, whom he didn't want to worry (though, he doubted she would). With a nod, Reek departed the war party and set out in an opposited direction. He would rendezvous with them later.