The woman’s steps echoed across the hall with a deliberate weight, the sound of her heels clicking hard against the stone floor made Aria gulp.

“Is there a problem here?” the woman repeated her words. This time, her gaze was locked on Lily,

“No, my lady.” Lily quickly shook her head. “It’s just a minor misunderstanding. Nothing to concern you.”

Aria’s heartbeat quickened, she could feel the sheer power radiating off of the female wolf. And judging by Lily’s expression, this werewolf - whomever she was - was dangerous, feared and respected.

“At least a beta wolf,” she thought, as she quickly bowed and clutched her hood tightly. In situations...