Chapter 17: Meetings and Preparations

Elias, Cora, Scott, and Stiles were gathered in the Hale house, the atmosphere thick with tension and anticipation. Just a few hours earlier, they had encountered a Beta of the Alpha who was threatening them, and now they faced a new stage in their struggle: the arrival of Talia and Derek Hale.

Talia and Derek Hale arrived with the urgency and authority that only someone with their experience could display. Cora and Elias greeted them with tight hugs and contained tears. It was a moment of relief, but also preparation for what was to come.

"Elias, Cora," Talia said, her voice firm yet caring. "We are facing a real threat. The Alpha that is here is unlike the others. He's cunning, and he has been planning this for a long time."

Derek, more serious and reserved, nodded. "We need to be prepared for anything. Not only is he strong, but he also has followers. We must protect Beacon Hills and everyone who lives here."

In the living room, an intense discussion unfolded about tactics and strategies. A map of Beacon Hills was spread out on the table, with markers indicating key locations.

"Talia, what do we know about the Alpha?" Elias asked.

"His name is Enzo," Talia replied. "He has been moving through various cities, gathering other wolves under his command. His goal is to create a new order in the werewolf world, one where he is at the top."

Scott frowned. "And what does he want with Beacon Hills?"

"It's a strategic location," Derek explained. "Not only for us but for other supernatural beings. If he controls Beacon Hills, he will have a stronghold to expand his influence."

Stiles interjected, his voice filled with determination. "So, what's the plan? How do we stop him?"

"First, we need to know his movements," Talia said. "Monitor his followers and discover their weaknesses. Then, when we're ready, we'll strike."

Training in the woods became more rigorous with Talia and Derek at the helm. Scott quickly learned under their supervision, his skills improving with each session. He learned to control his strength, sharpen his senses, and, most importantly, to stay calm under pressure.

"Focus, Scott," Talia instructed as Scott attempted to take Derek down in a combat exercise. "Your strength is useless if you can't control it."

Scott nodded, sweat dripping from his forehead. "I understand. I'm trying."

Derek, who had just dodged Scott's attack, added, "Don't just try. Do it. Every time you fail, you put someone you love at risk."

While all of this was happening, school life continued, albeit under a cloud of tension and secrecy. Scott tried to maintain an appearance of normalcy, but his new powers and the responsibilities that came with them complicated everything.

"Scott, are you okay?" Allison asked one day in the hallway, noticing his distraction.

"Yeah, just... a lot on my mind," Scott replied, forcing a smile.

Allison smiled back, but her eyes reflected concern. "You know you can talk to me, right?"

Scott nodded, but in his mind, he knew there were things he couldn't share. Lydia, on the other hand, observed from a distance, increasingly convinced that something strange was happening.

Stiles, with his insatiable curiosity, continued his investigation. He spent hours in the library and online, searching for any clues about Enzo and his history. One day, he found an old diary in the library archives that spoke of an Alpha similar to Enzo, known for his cruelty and cunning.

"Elias, look at this," Stiles said, showing him the diary. "It talks about an Alpha who used to hunt other wolves to steal their power. Does this sound familiar?"

Elias frowned as he read. "Yes, this fits with what we know about Enzo. We need to find out more."

With the information gathered, the group began to prepare their defenses. They fortified the Hale house, ensuring it would be a safe refuge. They also created contingency plans to protect the nearby humans, especially Allison and her friends.

"We need to be ready for anything," Talia said, her voice filled with authority. "We can't let Enzo take control."

Elias and Cora made sure Scott was well-prepared, not just physically, but emotionally as well. "Trust us," Cora said. "Together we can face him."

As the group patrolled the woods one night, they heard a noise among the trees. They prepared for an attack, but instead of an enemy, a young injured wolf appeared, pleading for help.

"Please, help me," the young wolf begged. "The Alpha... Enzo... is coming for all of us."

The group exchanged glances, realizing that the threat was even greater than they had imagined. They needed to act quickly and decisively, but they knew they were not alone in this fight.