The aftermath of Vivian's latest atrocity – the desecration of the great hall of learning – left the pack reeling. Draco stalked the corridors like a caged predator, his eyes smoldering with barely-restrained fury.

"That vile, wretched woman," he snarled, raking his claws against the stone walls hard enough to leave deep gouges. "To profane our most sacred sanctum with her twisted depravities...it's an injustice that cannot go unanswered."

Lisa watched her mate's tirade with a heavy heart, cradling Damien and Jayden close. The twins had not emerged from the attack unscathed – Damien sported a vicious gash along his flank, while Jayden nursed a shattered forearm from a falling...