Ivan’s interpretation of the first ritual had brought about its success, but the second one, which he had interpreted, felt impossible. According to his interpretation, the marking would take place when the lunar eclipse was at its apex. For the lunar eclipse to reach its apex, I had to be in my wolf form.

The lunar eclipse had a different effect on werewolves as compared to the other full moon shifts. On the lunar eclipse, our wolves would have complete control over their form, with minds of their own to do what they liked. I would be in my wolf’s form, where I would have little to no control. Unless...