My entire body froze, cold fear seeping into my bones as the voice wrapped around me like a noose. I knew that voice — the one from my nightmares, the one that haunted the edges of my mind. Slowly, I lifted my head, heart hammering painfully in my chest as my gaze locked onto the figure stepping out of the shadows.
He's here.
My heart beat erratically fast, my memories plunging me into ...that nightmare. I quickly scrambled up on my feet, taking two steps backwards
His smile was sharp, cruel, and far too pleased, like he was savoring my fear. “What’s wrong, little wolf?” he purred, taking a slow step forward. “Aren’t you happy to see me?” Every instinct screamed at me to run, but my legs felt like lead, my breath coming in short, panicked gasps.
" I was almost sure you've made up your
