Reincarnated As A Wolf With Cheats

Chapter 460: The Aftermath [2]

"Speak," she urged, her voice carrying a blend of authority and curiosity.

The man took a deep breath, his eyes reflecting a mix of concern and urgency. "Master, something of great importance has been stolen," he revealed, his voice tinged with worry.

"Stolen...?" She pondered the word, her mind racing to unravel the implications of such a loss. And in that moment, as if a veil had been lifted, the truth became clear.

Her eyes narrowed with determination, her expression growing more focused. The thief had targeted something that held immense significance, something that could tip the balance of power within the kingdom. It was a bold move, and one that could not be left unanswered.

"No way, did they..." The atmosphere crackled with tension, their implications sinking in with a heavy weight. The elders, too, shared in the sudden realization that dawned upon them. The stolen treasure was none other than the legendary artifact, the Wolf God Shin's Armor—the greatest source of power and protection for the Heavenly Wolf Family.

Aurora's eyes trembled with disbelief and concern as the gravity of the situation settled upon her. She understood the immense significance of the armor, not only as a symbol of their family's legacy but also as the key to their survival. The armor housed the power to create and maintain their impenetrable barrier, shielding them from the prying eyes of the supreme celestials.

The elders, seasoned in their wisdom and experience, exchanged grave looks. The realization of what had transpired brought forth a sense of urgency and apprehension. Without the armor, their ability to conceal their presence and protect their family was severely compromised. It left them vulnerable and exposed to the watchful gaze of the celestial beings who sought to exploit their powers.

The news of the theft struck at the very core of their existence. The Shadow Wolf Clan's audacious act was a clear declaration of their intent to undermine the Heavenly Wolf Family and seize control over their ancestral powers. They had taken a great risk to steal the armor, knowing its pivotal role in maintaining their barrier and shielding their true potential from the outside world.

The absence of the armor left the barrier damaged and vulnerable, unable to be reinstated without the artifact itself. 

"No..." The word hung heavy in the air, the impact of realization sinking into the hearts and minds of the elders. It was as if a thunderbolt had struck them, shattering their sense of security and unraveling their carefully maintained facade of concealment. 

The gazes that Aurora had sensed, the ones that had sent shivers down her spine, were now unveiled for what they truly were—penetrating gazes of the supreme celestials who had finally discovered their hidden sanctuary.

The realization dawned upon Aurora with a chilling clarity. Her voice trembled as she uttered the words, her breath catching in her throat. "The Supremes... they have found us." Her words were barely a whisper, carried by the weight of impending doom. 

The vice-leaders and elders stood frozen, their eyes widening in disbelief and panic. The news hit them like a sledgehammer to the chest, stealing their breath and sending waves of anxiety coursing through their veins. The safety they had cherished, the solace they had taken in the barrier that shielded them from prying eyes, was shattered in an instant.

Shin, who had been present all along, felt a chill run down his spine. His instincts, honed by years of training and survival, kicked in. He knew that this place, once a sanctuary for his family, was no longer safe. The sense of impending danger loomed over them, threatening to consume their every breath.

The once serene hall now crackled with an undercurrent of fear and trepidation. Whispers of urgent plans and desperate measures circulated among the elders as they grappled with the reality of their impending confrontation. The ancestral strength that had once bolstered their resolve now faced its greatest test—a battle not only against their adversaries but against the impending annihilation of their family's legacy.

'I had come here to ask for help…' Shin's mind was filled with frustration and a tinge of despair. He looked around the hall, his gaze shifting from one worried face to another. 'But now... even they are in danger.'

His fist tightened, knuckles turning white as he fought to contain the whirlwind of emotions within him. He had hoped that the Heavenly Wolf Family would provide a refuge for his family. But now, with the imminent threat of the supreme celestials looming over them, even their haven was tainted by danger.

Aurora's mind spun with a whirlwind of thoughts, her heart heavy with the weight of their predicament. As the reality sank in, a sense of helplessness threatened to consume her. 

They were facing an enemy of unimaginable power, the supreme celestials, and they lacked a protector capable of standing against such might. This was precisely why they had retreated into hiding, hoping to evade the watchful eyes of their formidable adversaries.

The Heavenly Wolf Family understood the vast power gap that existed between them and the supreme celestials. Their power-ups, while significant, were like feeble sparks compared to the blazing inferno of the supremes' might. 

Even with all their combined strength, they couldn't fathom challenging the supremes, let alone laying a finger on them. The thought of finding a celestial-ranked ally seemed like a distant dream, a fantasy they dared not entertain.

Shin observed the shifting expressions on Aurora's face, a mixture of concern, understanding, and determination. He couldn't help but feel the weight of guilt pressing upon his heart, believing himself to be the catalyst for the unfolding disaster. The whispers of blame from the elders only reinforced his self-condemnation.

The atmosphere in the hall turned hostile as the accusations grew louder and more venomous. The elders' voices overlapped, each one trying to outdo the other in blaming Shin for their current predicament. The weight of their collective anger bore down on Shin, making him feel as if he were drowning in a sea of hostility.

"It's him!"

"…"