Alice descended the spiral staircase one careful step at a time.
The air grew cooler with every step.
The walls were carved with glowing silver symbols that pulsed softly as she passed, as though recognizing her presence.
Behind her, Victor and Damien followed at a respectful distance.
Neither spoke.
Neither dared interrupt the silence.
Alice could feel it.
The pull in her chest grew stronger.
Jake was close.
So close.
Below...
Jake stood in the center of the Guardian's Chamber.
The Moonstone charm around his neck glowed brighter with every passing second.
His wolf paced excitedly.
Mate.
She's here.
Ryan looked toward the stone ceiling.
"I hear footsteps."
Lily smiled for the first time since Alice had been taken.
"She's coming."
Jake didn't realize he'd started walking
