I could feel my body start to shake as rage shot through me.There were no patients in the large exam room, which only served to make me angrier. Claire and that guy were all alone, sitting mere feet from each other in the metal medical chairs.I tried to take a calming breath, reminding myself that we were in a public space. It did little to settle the fire building in me.A small part of me was relieved to see that Claire was indeed alright. She had a couple of light bruises on her arms and another on the side of her face, just below her ear. She was smiling widely at something that the rogue said to her, which caused my blood to boil.This was the thanks that she was showing me after I sent out a rescue team to go retrieve her from whatever prison she was just in?No. Absolutely not.I stepped away from the door. “Avery,” I said through the mind link. “To the infirmary. Now.”It took a brief second for Avery

I looked at Todd’s earnest expression, my eyes widening.Ever since the encounter with Reeva, I had thought about leaving Moonstone again, especially if I did get my wolf back.Whether Reeva was trustworthy or not, she confirmed the curse of my own blood. I didn’t belong to Moonstone. No mixed-blood hybrid would be truly accepted by any pack, or even, any race.Especially with Jared’s hatred towards witches, Amanda’s endless harassment, and my father and Uncle Ben’s death wishes, I wasn’t sure that I belonged in Moonstone anymore.My initial plan was to stay here until I figured out a way to defend myself anyway… However, after a brief consideration, I shook my head.“Todd, that’s really sweet of you to offer, but I don’t have any plans to leave Moonstone in the foreseeable future,” I lied.If I ever became a rogue again, it would be nice to have someone around, especially so

*Claire*What on earth just happened?I raised a hand to my swollen lips, tears still pooling in my eyes as I sat in a daze.My lips tingled as I still felt Jared's warm ones against them. He hadn't just kissed me that time. I swallowed thickly. I kissed him back. I responded and wanted to do so much more with him.I wanted him to touch me and feel me. I loved the feeling of his body pressing against mine.More tears trailed down my cheeks as the shocking realization slammed into me.I wanted him.I was hurt that he didn’t fully trust me for not killing Rob. I was jealous that Amanda was his mate. I was furious that he threw me in the lake for Goddess’ judgment, and I was so angry that he didn’t come to rescue me from Reeva even though deep down I knew none of the other warriors, Kent, or Todd could come without Jared’s approval.I was so upset because I loved him, but I knew my love for him was stupid a

My wolf was powerful. She loved running above anything else it seemed like. Each long stride made me feel like I was flying through the air.But she was also focused when she had to be. I was no longer mesmerized by all the new smells and sights that filled the forest. I had one goal and that was to return to Moonstone as quickly as I could, which was extremely fast in my new unstoppable form.The strength coursing through me was unbelievable. I felt like I could burst straight through mountains if I wanted to. When I first shifted, I was running just for the sake of it, to test out my new form, and to take in all the heightened sights and sounds. Now as I ran with purpose, it was as if instinct completely took over. I had no idea where I was before finding Bentley’s goons, but somehow, I knew how to get back without thinking about it, as if something was pulling me back to Moonstone.I stopped about a quarter mile away from the gate, shifting back into my

Our enemies had gotten stronger.In the short time since our last battle, the Blood Moon pack had somehow doubled in numbers and were much less sloppy in terms of their strategy. We had to be steadfast and diligent as we moved through the trees.“Three men per group. One defends, one attacks and the third should act as a watchman for the group, focusing on identifying the invisible attacker while providing aid to your other two group mates!!” I gave my order, and within fifteen seconds, my warriors finished forming their groups.“Kent,’ I instructed my Gamma via mind link, “take a small team and stay hidden. We need to figure out what the hell is behind the invisible attackers and how they work!”“Got it.”Then we charged toward our enemies, me included.I fought alongside two warriors just like the rest of my troops. My role in our small group was the watchman. I took a deep breath and started