جميع فصول : الفصل -الفصل 10

Tension permeated the banquet hall's atmosphere. I could sense it as soon as I arrived. I tried to ignore the stares and whispers as I walked around the room with my tray of wine glasses.Since last night, everything has been different. Everything about Thorne's presence and eyes felt different. The attraction, the connection that seemed to hum between us. I still found it hard to believe. Was he my true partner? Or was it all in my head?I saw Thorne as I made my way through the crowd. He appeared to be every bit the strong Alpha he was as he stood by the fireplace. But something wasn't quite right. He had a tough, aloof face. He wasn't specifically focusing on anyone, save for her, of course.Lydia.I tried to ignore the ache of jealousy that squeezed at my chest. Her hand rested softly on Thorne’s arm, and he didn’t draw away. It wasn’t right, yet I couldn’t stop myself from feeling like an outsider. It was obvious they shared something.I looked away quickly, determined not to let

The cave seemed like a cage, yet it had also become my haven. My pulse raced with panic at every sound I heard outdoors, including the rustle of leaves. The shadowy figure that had suddenly materialized and vanished was still in my memory. The sensation that I wasn't alone in this place persisted.And I was correct.A deep voice said from the cave entrance's shadows, "Good instincts."I whirled and pressed myself up against the chilly wall. A tall, dominating, and unnerving figure entered the gloomy light. His piercing eyes seemed to look right through me, his sharp features, and his self-assured smirk made my skin crawl."Who are you?" With a quivering voice, I demanded. Even though I knew I wouldn't have a chance if he attacked, my palms curled into fists.With mock submission, the man held out his hands. "Calm down, little wolf. I would have already hurt you if that was my intention.My heart thumping, I scowled at him. "Respond to the query.""Kane," he said plainly as he relaxed

The typical chorus of rustling leaves and chirping crickets had been replaced by an eerie hush in the forest. I tried to concentrate on surviving while I sat outside the cave sharpening a stick that Kane had given me. However, my mind kept returning to the Silverbow Pack. I kept wondering what was going on there despite everything they had done to me. Had someone taken Thorne's place, or was he still in charge? Was my absence even noticed by anyone?I dismissed the ideas and concentrated on the current task. Echoing Kane's words of encouragement, I said to myself, "You're stronger now." "They are no longer necessary for you." However, my chest constricted even as I spoke the words. I felt drawn to the pack I used to call home, but I wasn't sure if it was the mating link still there or simply old wounds that wouldn't go away.The quiet was abruptly broken by a low murmur of voices. I froze and strained to listen. I became aware that the voices were coming from the direction of the rive

I was enveloped by darkness. I had a weightless sensation as if I were floating in space. I was unable to determine if my eyes were open or closed. Was this the last time?In the distance, a dim silvery light suddenly emerged, getting stronger by the second. It encircled me, inviting and warm but strong. Through the void came a quiet but authoritative voice."Awaken, Melissa."I gasped as my eyes sprung open. The ground beneath me was cold and solid, but the room Kane and I had fallen into was anything from ordinary. Ethereal light glowed on the walls, and complex symbols pulsated in time with the pendant around my neck."How are you, Melissa?" The cloud was broken by Kane's words.His face was strained with worry as I turned to see him resting against a nearby wall. I answered in a trembling voice, "I think so." "What took place?"We got here when the floor gave way. With narrowed eyes, Kane scanned the room and said, "Wherever here is." "But I have a feeling that this wasn't an acci

My heart was beating in my chest as I stood motionless in the doorway. I was just thinking about Thorne, but Kane had already moved to subjugate Lydia. He appeared as if he was in disbelief as he stood there. He seemed to be seeing a ghost.Melissa? His face was filled with shock and disbelief as he whispered my name, his voice breaking.I took a deep breath and swallowed. He had turned me away without giving me a reason the last time I saw him. He stood in front of me now, his face white with blood loss, his hand gripping his side as if he were trying to keep himself together. He was seriously injured. Lydia had hit deeply with her dagger.The room erupted in sound as Lydia, her face contorted in rage, fought under Kane's hold before I could even finish thinking."Give me up!" she cried, flailing wildly. "You don't know what she did! What she intends to do!As he pinned her to the ground, Kane's voice was a hoarse snarl. Lydia, you won't be leaving. Not after your actions.Lydia star