I backed up. Closer to the border. Closer to the guards.
"Stay back," I warned.
He laughed. "Or what? You'll cross onto Crescent Moon land and get yourself shot? Please. Be my guest."
I looked at the guards. They were watching the exchange with wary eyes, weapons still raised.
But they weren't moving to help.
Neutral territory. This wasn't their problem.
I was on my own.
"Lydia wants you back," the male said. "Alive. For now. But she didn't say anything about being gentle."
The wolves began to circle.
I clutched the letter tighter.
If I was going to die here, this letter had to make it to Kade.
Had to.
I looked at the Crescent Moon guards. Locked eyes with the older one.
"Please," I said. "Just take it. Whatever happens to me. Just make sure he gets it."
Then I threw the lett
