"Lola, you must not hesitate. You die if you hesitate.
Like the sparkle of moonlight on steel, Kael's voice pierced the silence of the woodland. My heart thumping across my ribs, my fists gripped the leather strap of the quiver draped across my back. He was standing a few steps in front of me, his body glowing silvery from the full moon, and I could still feel the primordial strength radiating from every inch of him.
I spoke more firmly than I felt when I said, "I won't hesitate."
Kael spun around and met my amber gaze. You say that now, but your instincts will take control as soon as you smell blood. Your inner wolf will desire to hunt. Your human side will desire to flee. Who will prevail?
I forced myself to look away as I gulped. "The one I select."
His eyes were still grave, but a
