All the warriors who witnessed Addison's valor didn't hesitate for even a heartbeat; they immediately answered Zion's command. Even without his order, their instincts as warriors were already urging them to protect their kingdom's Princess.
"Awooo!" A unified howl split the air, brief but resolute, a pledge of loyalty and courage.
The moment it faded, the warriors around Zion surged forward, leaving only two behind to guard him while he healed. Those two stood their ground firmly, watching the battlefield like hawks, ready to intercept any threat that dared to sneak past and strike at their Alpha.
Zion wanted to send the last two warriors after Addison; he knew the more protection she had, the better. But leaving himself completely vulnerable would only make her worry, and if she became distracted by his condition in the middle of battle, it could cost her life.
So he forced himself to remain silent, channeling all his strength into healing his battered body.
