Kieran’s growl vibrated through the air, a low and menacing sound that sent a chill down my spine. His massive wolf form stood protectively in front of me, but I could sense the tension radiating from him. The vampire leader’s words hung in the air, and the threat was as clear as the night around us. The vampires had us cornered, their red eyes glowing in the shadows. The leader stepped closer, his black cloak billowing slightly in the wind. His presence was suffocating, and his dark aura made my skin crawl. “You think I’ll let her go with you?” Kieran snarled, his voice thick with rage. The vampire leader’s smile widened, showing a glimpse of his sharp fangs. “You won’t have a choice, Alpha. Your precious mate can come willingly, or I’ll take her by force. Either way, she belongs to me

