She started to shift as I turned to run away, but before she completed her shift, Axel was there and ripped her head from her body. He turned and did the same to Will and Ashleigh before I could even blink. I collapsed to the ground, my wrist throbbing and my head pounding. Axel was right there and gently nuzzling into my neck, making sure I was ok. I wrapped my good arm around his neck and let out a sob into his fur. I didn’t want the pack to see me cry, but I was hurting. Before I knew what was happening, Maverick was there, picking me up and carrying me towards the clinic. “I’ve got you, love. It’s ok. I’m here, no one will hurt you again.” I rested my head against his shoulder and cradled my wrist against my chest, “was anyone injured?” I asked. “Is Brynn ok? She was in a back room.

