Chapter 34 : Unleashing The Power
Ruby's POV
Watching Alaric fight to protect me last night had left me in awe. His movements had been swift and precise, a storm of strength and ferocity that made even the rogues hesitate. He fought like the moon itself had poured power into his veins. And yet, as I stood behind him, I couldn’t ignore the gnawing thought in the pit of my stomach: I wasn’t enough. The wolf essence within me was said to carry immense strength, but I wasn’t tapping into it the way I should. I couldn’t keep letting him shield me. I needed to rise, to be strong—not just for myself, but so he didn’t always have to bleed on my behalf.
Determination prickled in my chest as I slipped out of bed quietly, heading for the dresser. I’d barely tugged a shirt free when movement behind
