Sebastian’s POV The moment I saw her at the door, trembling, crutches clutched like lifelines, my chest tightened. My wolf growled in frustration at her distressed look and how her eyes keep darting around the room. I pulled the door fully open, stepping aside. “Cassandra,” I said, ushering her to come in with me. Her eyes were wide, filled with fear, tears clinging stubbornly to the corners, cheeks flushed. I felt angry for some reason and I wasn't sure if I wanted to have this emotions in me. “I—” she choked out. “Someone… someone tried to get in… they climbed the walls… I saw them… they… I—” I closed the door behind us and gestured toward the bed. “Come in.” My hands were clenched at my sides, my wolf snarling silently in my head. She moved hesitantly, crutches dragging lightly, a

