*Ariella*
I can’t believe I’m still shaking as we rush back toward the werewolf common room, but spiders have always scared me sensuelles, which I guess explains why I just froze and didn’t even try to use any powers.
Kieran’s grip around my waist is firm, reassuring, though I can feel the tension radiating from him. The fear of the giant spider still lingers in my mind, but there’s something else gnawing at me… something that makes my stomach twist with dread.
“Thank you for saving me,” I say, my voice trembling slightly as we round a corner. Kieran glances down at me, his eyes fierce but softening just a bit.
“I’d do it again in a heartbeat,” he replies, and I can see the protective fire in his gaze. But then, my thoughts drift back to Ralf, the one who had sent me down that cursed
