DAISY'S POV

"Now, now," Marcus said. "Is that any way to talk to your host?"

"Why do you want me?" I asked.

"Because, my dear, you're the key to everything," Marcus said. "Klaudius has been searching for a hybrid like you for centuries. Your blood is the missing piece he needs to complete his ritual."

"What ritual?"

"The one that will give him control over both vampires and werewolves," Marcus said. "With your blood, he'll be able to create an army of hybrids loyal only to him."

I felt sick. "I won't help you."

"You won't have a choice," Marcus said. "But don't worry. Once the ritual is complete, you'll...