Peniel
I never imagined my life would come to this. Standing in the middle of another pack’s territory, making a deal that could change everything.
The night was quiet, but my heart was loud. The moonlight spilled through the trees, lighting up the clearing where Alpha Jarek waited. He was nothing like the Alpha of my pack. Jarek was tall, strong, and his gaze made me feel small. He looked calm, almost bored, like he knew I didn’t have a choice.
“Peniel,” he said, his deep voice cutting through the silence. “You’re braver than I expected.”
I swallowed hard. “This isn’t about bravery.” My voice came out shaky, but I kept going. “I’m here because you promised me something.”
He smirked, crossing his arms. “And I’ll keep my word. But I need to hear it from you first. Are you in?”
I hesi
