Earlier...

Cedrick's POV.

I watched as my mate disappeared between the treeline. My heart was beating erratically and my lungs felt like they were on fire. As if I'd just been running a marathon. My hand was pulsating, and blood was painting the grass an eerie red. But I barely realized it. I wanted to run after her. I wanted to explain, to beg her forgiveness and...

Alpha Darren's POV.

I was fuming!

How in the goddess's name, did I get played – TWICE! – by a freaking teenager?!

Darren! My mate's sweet voice entered my mind. You need to calm down! You're scaring them both!

I wasn't necessarily angry,...