Emma POV
I was not a member of Ryan's pack, so we had no link to communicate. But as we entered the woods, Ryan stood by my side, his presence reassuring. The sounds of twigs crunching beneath our feet echoed through the dense forest, mingling with the distant chirping of birds. The air was heavy with the earthy scent of moss and damp leaves, a reminder of the hidden dangers that lurked within.
Ryan, familiar with the area, took the lead, his keen senses guiding us. Although my trust in him had grown after my brother's conversation, caution still lingered within me. The truth would be revealed today, and if Ryan proved to be an enemy, he would soon realize he had underestimated me.
As we approached one of the abandoned buildings that Ryan had mentioned, the air became tainted with the s
