POV: Theo

Xavier hit the ground like a puppet with cut strings, his entire body convulsing. Blood poured from his nose, his ears, even the corners of his eyes. The sound he made wasn't quite human, a keening wail that made my wolf want to run and hide.

"Luna!" I dropped beside him, trying to hold him still. "Help him!"

She was already moving, her hands glowing with healing magic. "Get him on his back. Hold his head steady."

I did as she ordered, cradling Xavier's head in my lap. His eyes were rolled back, showing only whites. Blood kept coming, too much blood, pooling on the frozen ground.

"What's...