"I asked about the other wolves, and if you wanted me by your side then why the fuck did you keep me locked up and abused?"

He raises his shoulders in a shrug. "I enjoyed the thrill of instilling fear in them when they recognized my presence, and for you, I aimed to make you experience the same dread I felt when my parents were on their kneels. It was just entertaining. Ria discovered an ....."

He does not have the chance to complete his thought as the door swings open and Carl storms in. His gaze is fierce, and there is bloodlust in his eyes. Bran swiftly shifts and...