JAYDEN

Luciana's terrifying expression made me question the truth behind what my wolf had said. She started stuttering, struggling to find her words.

Are you really Luciana?" I demanded, growing impatient as I awaited her response. Her trembling lips parted, but no sound escaped. Her eyes darted around the room, avoiding my gaze. The silence between us only deepened my unease, fueling my doubts about her true identity.

My heart pounded in my chest, a mix of fear and confusion flooding my senses. The room seemed to close in around us, the air thick with tension. I took a step closer, my voice laced with a hint of desperation. "I...