Audrey’s POV
Three days…
That was all the time I had to prepare for what was coming.
The pack thought this was about unity, about proving my loyalty. But I knew the truth. The elders wanted to control me, and Kade was waiting for me to slip.
I couldn’t let that happen.
I had to stay ahead.
The next morning, I woke before the sun rose. My body was tense, my mind already racing. I had spent too much time playing defense. Now, I needed to take control.
I dressed quickly and stepped outside.
The training grounds were quiet at this hour. Only a few warriors were up, stretching and preparing for the day.
Luke was already there, waiting.
He leaned against the fence, arms crossed, watching me with that familiar smirk. "You couldn’t sleep either?"
I shook my head. "Too much to think abou
