Emma's Pov
As I look in the mirror, I notice the marks on my neck left by Mattew's fingers. They're not strong bruises, but I don't want to meet Charlotte with these marks visible. She might end up questioning who did it, and I don't want to have to make up an excuse.
As the day dawns, I head straight to the infirmary of the pack house. Many warriors get injured, and because of that, every wolf pack has a stock of magical healing potions, among other potions we buy from the sorcerers. The infirmary is at the end of the pack house corridor, and some warriors pass by me with curious glances at the mark on my neck. My pale skin gives more prominence to the red welts. Instinctively, I rub my neck, wishing the mark would disappear.
When attended in the infirmary, the doctor evaluates the inj
