“Tell me the truth. You are working with her, aren't you?” Malcolm repeated, his voice a sharpened blade.

“No, Alpha! I swear it!”

“Don't you dare lie to us!” I pressed the tip of the needle deeper, a bead of blood welling against her skin.

“By the Moon Goddess, I know nothing about Rebecca!” she shrieked, her panic peaking. “I have never collaborated with her!”

“Was it you who attacked me in the hospital? After you poisoned that poor Omega, who was supposed to deliver my food?” My questions grew sharper, more accusatory.

“I swear on my life, Luna! I didn't do that. My only task was to sabotage the...