8
Serena’s POV
I should’ve known Ronan was up to something.
The way he led me through the trees, his steps sure and unhurried, like he had all the time in the world. The way his hand lingered at the small of my back, guiding me forward, even though I didn’t actually need guiding. And the way he kept looking at me, not with amusement, not with irritation, but with an expression I couldn’t read at all.
I wasn’t sure why I let him drag me out here in the first place. Maybe because it was easier than arguing. Maybe because some reckless part of me wanted to see where he’d take me.
Or maybe it was because I already knew I was in too deep.
I slowed, crossing my arms. “Okay, wolf. Where exactly are you taking me?”
Ronan stopped ahead of me, glancing back with a smirk. “Getting tired alrea
