Chapter 36: Apologize
(Charlotte's POV)
Gabriel leaned heavily on the edge of his desk, blood seeping through his fingers as he pressed them to his throat.
His golden eyes burned, cruel and unrelenting, as they flicked between Sarah and me.
The metallic scent of blood and the sight of his injured form filled the room, but my focus remained on Sarah, who stood trembling just a few feet away.
Her hands were still partially shifted, her face a mask of rage and fear. Yet, her trembling hands spoke of her guilt and desperation.
Sarah had never been one to attack without cause. She had always been someone strong yet reserved, a wolf that protected rather than instigated violence.
“Impressive, really,” Gabriel rasped, wiping his bloodied hand on his shirt as he eyed Sarah. His lips
