KAEL'S POVThe wrought-iron gates of the Everhart Estate groaned shut, the heavy metal clanking together with a sound of absolute finality. I remained rooted beneath the thick canopy of an ancient oak tree, my piercing gaze fixed on the sprawling stone mansion beyond the perimeter walls.The black SUV had disappeared into the inner courtyard several minutes ago, the taillights bleeding into the darkness. Still, I hadn't moved an inch.A cool, damp breeze swept through the treeline, carrying a faint, intoxicating scent that had ruthlessly haunted my senses all night. Midnight rain and wild jasmine.Her.Deep within my consciousness, my wolf stirred instantly, baring its fangs against my ribs. Go to her. Claim what is ours.I ignored the beast, forcing my arms behind my back and locking them there, demanding my breathing return to its usual, steady rhythm. "This ends tonight," I muttered into the wind, the declaration sounding incredibly hollow even to my own ears.Liar, my wolf
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