Ruby’s POV
The moment Manson whispered those words, "By surviving m," a shiver ran down my spine.
I didn’t get the chance to respond.
Because in the next second, he moved.
One second, he was standing in front of meNextxt, his hand was gripping my wrist, his golden eyes flickering with raw, unrestrained power.
"You want to fight the council, Ruby?" His voice was deep, almost challenging. "Then prove you can stand against me first."
The warriors around us went still.
Bennett let out a low whistle. “She’s in for it now.”
I narrowed my eyes. “You think I can’t handle you?”
Manson smirked, tilting his head. "I know you can’t."
The words struck something deep in me, something fierce.
Something defiant.
I lunged.
The Alpha’s Power
I had fought strong opponents before. But not Manson
