The night did not stay quiet for long and I woke up before dawn.Everything was still. The room was dim and Kade’s arm was still around me, heavy and warm across my waist.Then I heard a howl. It was distant but was loud enough to drive me to consciousness. My eyes opened fully.“Kade,” I whispered.He was already awake and his body was still beside me. “You heard that?” I asked quietly.“Yes.”Another howl followed.Kade sat up immediately. His hand brushed over my arm carefully, avoiding the bandage. “Stay here.”“No,” I said, sitting up too. “I’m coming with you.”“Lyra.”“I’m not staying back,” I cut in. His jaw tightened slightly.Then he nodded. “Fine, but you stay close to me.”We both got dressed quickly.By the time we stepped outside, the pack was already stirring.Warriors were moving fast. Guards were taking positions. The air felt tense.My father was already there, speaking to a group of warriors.“What’s happening?” I asked as we approached.He turned immediately. “Tra
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