She stepped closer. "Luke is powerful, but he’s not untouchable. The pack is restless. The elders are watching him. If you can make yourself valuable, he won’t be able to get rid of you."
I swallowed hard. "And how do I do that?"
She studied me for a long moment, then nodded.
"Follow me."
I hesitated, but what choice did I have? I followed her down a different hallway, moving quickly but quietly. Evelyne knew the paths well. She never hesitated, never looked lost.
"Where are we going?" I asked.
"To show you what you’re up against."
We turned a final corner, and she stopped, pressing her back against the wall. She motioned for me to do the same. I obeyed, peeking around the edge.
My stomach turned.
A group of men stood in a circle, speaking in hushed tones. But I recognized one of
