Hayley’s POV

It was a cool night, with the moon casting its silvery glow across every leaf and tree as we pressed on into it, our small group making their way through an almost impenetrable undergrowth. Standing next to me, I had Aiden a source of relief in such times. Lucas, Mia, and Zoe—our three most experienced pack members—followed behind us quietly, each trained up for any little distraction that might crop up in the woods.

Aiden warned as the danger hissed in barely more than a breath over the rustling of leaves. There are big dangers in the forest by night.

My vision sat heavy in my mind as...