Chapter 45

I awoke to the blaring sound of an alarm, not the kind that is meant to be a simple reminder, the kind that is a warning, one that signifies something is very wrong. I jumped up trying to catch my bearings now on high alert. I am always prepared for anything no matter the setting. My eyes darted to the clock, aware that I was not within the sun-protected walls of vampire compound and breathed a sigh of relief. It was after dusk, which meant I would be able to move about more freely.

The alarm continued to blare and as I darted into the hallway, I could see strobing lights coming through the windows. I ran through the large house from room to room trying to figure out what was happening. Wolves ran past me without a second glance. Apparently, whatever was going on was more important than a vampire running around.

I finally picked up the scent of someone familiar before he ran right into me. His hands gripped my shoulders holding me tight.

“I was just heading to your room. What