I wanted to tell him everything, about Cain, the visions, the revelation of my bloodline, but the words were caught in my throat. Instead, I shook my head and whispered, “We have to get back to the Dark Moon Pack. The library… it’s more important than I ever realized.” Rigz’s expression darkened and his jaw clenching. “You sneaked out of the castle for the library?” His frustration was evident, but before I could answer, another sound penetrated the air, the heavy, authoritative tread of boots. “Leanna!” Stefano’s voice rang out like thunder, laced with both anger and relief. My heart sank as he emerged from the trees, flanked by a dozen warriors. His aura was strong as always, his golden eyes burning with fury as they locked onto mine. For a moment, the world seemed to hold its breath.

