Beyond the Veil (Threw My eyes book 2)

Scouts report.

As they stood there, shocked by Lotor's revelation, another shifter burst into the room, their presence drawing immediate attention.

"Ma'am," the shifter stated, bowing their head respectfully.

"Go ahead, Nick," Romelle smiled gently, indicating for the shifter to continue.

"Scouts have reported the other pride's movement," Nick reported with a sense of urgency.

"They are headed to another village to the south of Stardock."

The news sent a ripple of concern through the room. Romelle's expression shifted from gentle concern to a steely resolve. "Thank you, Nick. Gather the scouts and prepare to relay any further updates."

Nick nodded, acknowledging the order, before quickly leaving to carry out the task.

"We can't let them attack another village," Shiro stated, his voice firm. "We need to plan a counter-strategy."

Allura nodded in agreement. 

Keith's jaw tightened with determination. "We won't let them harm anyone else. We'll intercept their forces before they reach the village."

Pidge tapped into the Castle's surveillance network, scanning for any additional information.

"I'll keep an eye on their movements. We'll know the moment they make a move."

Hunk checked the status of their resources and defenses, making sure everything was in order for the impending confrontation. "We need to be prepared for anything."

Romelle looked around at the determined faces of the Voltron team. "Let's coordinate with the scouts and strategize our next steps. Time is of the essence."

As the team gathered around a holographic map of the region, Romelle took charge of the planning session. "We know the other pride's target, but we need to anticipate their tactics. Hunk, what's the status of our defenses?"

Hunk glanced at the data on the screen. "We've reinforced the perimeter defenses around the village they're targeting. We also have patrols on high alert in the surrounding areas."

Allura pointed to a strategic point on the map. "If we position our forces here, we can intercept them before they reach the village."

Shiro nodded. "We'll split into teams and set up ambush points along their expected route. Pidge, keep monitoring their movements and alert us to any changes."

Pidge nodded, fingers flying over the controls to gather real-time data from the scouts and surveillance systems.

Keith leaned in, his expression focused. "We need to be prepared for a possible diversion. They might try to draw us away from the main target."

Romelle added, "Stay vigilant. We don't know if they have any surprises planned."

Just then, Nick returned with an update. "Ma'am, the other pride's forces have split into smaller groups. It looks like they're trying to flank us."

Romelle nodded, processing the information. "Adjust our strategy. Hunk, reinforce the eastern flank. Shiro, Keith, take your teams to cover the western approach. Allura, coordinate with Pidge to track their movements."

As they finalized their plans, Romelle turned to the Voltron team. "Remember, our priority is to protect the village and neutralize the threat. We move out in fifteen minutes. Stay sharp and watch each other's backs."

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The paldians suited up and raced to their respective lions and taking off into the skys.

"Ok pladians -" Shiro started

"WAIT!" Romelle yelled over the speaker.

"They are rejoining the other group there is no need to split up, I repeat no need to split up." Romelle reported.

Shiro chukkled "Ok pladians" he tried again "Lets get everyone home safe" 

The pilots laughed along with shiro and follow after him. 

The Lions hovered in the air, their massive forms casting shadows over the assembled warrior shifters of Romelle's Pride.

The other pride's forces were different from what they had anticipated.

Instead of the diverse array of species that made up Romelle's Pride, they were all jet black, a stark contrast against the vibrant colors of the surrounding landscape.

Romelle's brow furrowed in concern as she observed them through a pair of high-powered binoculars. "Something's not right. Why are they all the same?"

Shiro, standing beside her, narrowed his eyes as he surveyed the approaching group. "It could be a tactic. Uniformity can be intimidating."

Allura adjusted the Pink Lion's position, keeping a watchful eye on the situation. "We should be prepared for anything. Let's not underestimate them."

The other pride's forces continued their advance, their formation tight and disciplined. As they drew closer, Romelle could sense the tension in the air, a silent anticipation of the impending clash.

"Prepare for engagement," Shiro commanded, his voice echoing over the comms. "Stay sharp and be ready to respond."

The Lions shifted slightly, positioning themselves strategically to cover the warrior shifters below.

The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as both sides braced for the confrontation ahead.

"Here they come," Pidge reported, tracking the movements of the other pride's forces.

The tense standoff between Romelle's Pride and the jet-black warriors reached a critical point as both sides prepared to engage in combat.

The air crackled with anticipation, each group ready to defend their territory and prove their strength.

Just as the first clash seemed imminent, a sudden and unexpected movement caught everyone off guard.

The Lions, acting on an instinctive impulse, kicked their Paladins out of the cockpits, causing confusion and surprise among the teams.

"What's happening?" Keith exclaimed as he was ejected from the Red Lion's cockpit, landing on the ground with a thud.

Before anyone could respond, the Lions took off with lightning speed, soaring toward the center of the battlefield where the opposing forces were converging.

"Allura, what are you doing?" Shiro shouted, trying to make sense of the sudden turn of events.

"I don't know," Allura replied, her voice tinged with a mix of surprise and determination. "But something doesn't feel right. We need to get to the heart of this."

The Lions, guided by an unseen force or intuition, bypassed the skirmish unfolding below and aimed straight for the epicenter of the conflict.

Romelle and the warrior shifters watched in astonishment as the Lions veered away from the impending battle.

"What are they doing?" Romelle murmured, her eyes tracking the Lions' trajectory.

As the Lions reached the center of the battlefield, a strange energy pulsed through the air, creating a visible disturbance.

The ground trembled, and the air crackled with power as if responding to the presence of the Lions.

"We're picking up intense energy readings," Pidge reported from the control room, trying to make sense of the anomaly.

Before anyone could react, the Lions initiated a synchronized sequence, unleashing a burst of energy that radiated outward, enveloping the entire area in a dazzling display of light and power.

The jet-black warriors halted their advance, their attention drawn to the spectacle unfolding before them.

The Lions seemed to be channeling a force beyond comprehension, their forms glowing with ethereal energy.

"What are they doing?" one of the warriors muttered, awe and uncertainty evident in their voice.

Keiths mate mark began to tingle and reached up to touch it confused.

The other ejected pilots turned to him as large tears rolled down his cheeks,

"Keith whats wrong," Shiro asked concered kneeling beside the red pladian.

"He's coming" Keith locked eyes with Allura who started tearing up too.

"Who's coming?" Hunk asked looking between Allura and Keith. 

"Our Alpha" Pidge grinned his ears and tail coming forth.