Adam: The Lycan Hunter (2)

Killian's POV

The forest was alive with the sounds of rustling leaves and chirping birds. The taste of the bitter poison of wolfsbane lingered in my sensory organs and my chest felt like it was on fire. I collapsed to the ground, the damp earth cool against my feverish skin as I struggled to stay conscious. Painful spasms wracked my body as I fought against the poison coursing through my veins.

I reached out a trembling hand, my fingers clawing at the roots and fallen leaves as I desperately tried to get back up. Each breath was a struggle, my lungs burning with every inhale. My heart pounded in my chest, each beat sending waves of agony through my body.

The trees blurred together, the sun-dappled forest spinning around me as I fought to stay upright. Every step was a battle against the overwhelming fatigue, but I refused to give up. I had to stay alive. I knew passing out was as good as a death sentence for Hailey.

I had to get us to safety. Although, by now, my beta and pack member