The operating room was chaotic when I entered. Through the transparent glass, my attention was immediately drawn to the electrocardiogram monitor. It was emitting warning sounds, sending a nerve-racking sensation down my spine. Faye's condition was even worse than I had anticipated. Damn it! We hadn't withdrawn any blood from her yet today. She was such a fool! But I also blamed myself. I should have noticed that something was off about her, but I chose to believe her nonsensical words. I couldn't believe that I had thought she would want to trade the secrets of the Orthodox werewolf Pack for her own salvation. What a fool I was! In hindsight, I attributed it all to my instinct. Although I didn't want to admit it, deep down, I wanted to believe in her and get close to her. She was

