KNOX’S POV

He’s out the door and into the night before I can react, paws thundering against marble, then grass, then gone.

I consider chasing him. My wolf is faster, stronger. I could catch him within minutes.

But Ember is waiting in the car. Unprotected. Vulnerable.

And Logan just threatened to start with her.

I run.

The cold night air hits my face as I burst through the restaurant doors, my eyes scanning the parking lot frantically until I spot the SUV.

The interior light is off, but I can see a silhouette in the passenger seat.

Ember.

I’m at the car in seconds, yanking open the door, my heart...