"You’re not serious, Kael." I stared at him, the weight of his words tumbling down like an avalanche, and my voice quiver.
With his arms folded, Kael's amber eyes gleamed with resolve. "Lola, do I seem to be kidding? This is the method if you wish to demonstrate your abilities.
Tension was in the air in the clearing surrounding us. The circle of wolves that had assembled to watch what seemed like an impossible endeavor was illuminated by the eerie brightness of the moon, which hovered high above. As my heart pounded against my ribs, Kael's pack silently observed, their gazes darting between me and him.
I objected, "This isn't just about me." "It's about us cooperating and surviving, not hurling me into—"
Kael cut in, his voice low but firm, "It's about trust." "How can I trust you when
