“Repay it by living!” Kanen growled, his fists clenched. “Don’t you dare throw your life away for me.” he was almost in tears.
I met his gaze, forcing myself to be strong. “I’m not throwing it away. I’m saving yours.” I said calmly, making him understand.
The silence that followed was heavy, the weight of the moment pressing down on both of us.
Alpha Kanen’s shoulders slumped, and I could see the helplessness in his eyes. He wasn’t used to feeling powerless, but there was nothing more he could do.
The human wolf stepped forward, its clawed hand outstretched toward me.
“Come, Raph,” it said in its cold, raspy voice. “Your time is up.” It was already time.
I waited for just a second, my heart pounding in my chest. This was it. There was no turning back.
I glanced at Kanen one last
