Chapter 4.2

I ignored those three and focused my gaze on Beki. She was all that mattered. Her, and finding Griff. Hades hadn’t said it directly, but it looked like we would be able to stay together if I satisfied the Demon King’s demands. Not that I needed any incentive to cut down the mangy wolf who had broken my heart and stolen my pack, but it now meant that I couldn’t let my hatred for him compromise the mission.

“Everybody, take a deep breath in.” The healer raised both hands, which each held glowing wands.

I filled my lungs with air, wondering if she meant for us to inhale our wolves.

“And exhale.” Bright light filled my eyes, making them water.

Letting out all the air from my lungs, I blinked away the tears, only to feel a slam against my solar plexus that hit harder than any fist. I staggered back, my lips parting in a moan. The other women’s cries echoed across the room, with one of them shrieking as though someone had punched her through the ribcage.

As the glare faded, I raised my hands t