Jack

Nina’s scent lingered long after she left, a bittersweet reminder of her visit. Jasmine and rain... and something else I couldn’t quite identify.

My wolf stirred restlessly, both comforted and troubled by her presence. Her warning about my planned execution still rang in my ears, each word laced with tears and terror.

I couldn’t believe the mess we were in, or that she still wanted to stay behind. Why would she risk it? She had every reason to run with me.

But she didn’t.

I paced the confined space, my footsteps echoing against the cold stone walls. Each step matched the rhythm of my racing thoughts.

The weight of...