Lyra’s POV

“Run!”

I sprinted forward, trying to get away from the voice. But when I looked back, I realised Lilith was barely moving.

The voice was now louder and I knew we’d be surrounded in no time. I stopped. “What’s wrong, Lilith?” I asked. “Do you want to get caught?”

She chuckled nervously. “You said it yourself. Mother birthed just omega pups. But we aren't just omegas.”

Now was not the time.

“I’m sorry, Lyra,” she said. “My life is not any better.” She fell to her knees. “This is the only way.”

I could see torches from a few meters away. I moved towards her and pulled her...