ARIA
My wolf trembled violently at the mournful sound that drifted through the fog. Her fear clawed at me, pushing me to the edge, so I forced control back and began the shift.
It was slow and agonizing, each muscle in my body protesting. The others gave me space, careful not to crowd me as I changed. Everyone except Paisley.
He stayed too close, eyes wide and restless. Somehow, my deliberate, painful transformation seemed to pull his attention away from his own fear. When it finally ended, I moved to dress, my hands shaking slightly.
“I’m telling you, man, we can’t go in there,” Paisley said, his voice sharp. “Wolves go in, and they never come back.”
Kael shook his head, his expression grim but steady. “We’ve got two things in our favor. The amulet, and you.” His smile didn’t reach
