Alpha Dimitri’s POV Something was wrong. I turned fully toward her and immediately noticed the way her lips parted soundlessly. She was trying to speak—trying desperately—but no words came out. Panic and frustration swirled in her eyes as she looked back at me. She couldn't speak. The realization hit me instantly. I pulled the SUV to a stop and killed the engine. Silence filled the SUV as I leaned back in my seat, rubbing a hand over my face before pinching the bridge of my nose with a weary sigh. "Of course she took your voice," I muttered. The words left me more irritated than I cared to admit. Witches never gave anything without demanding a price in return. I should have expected as much from Mother. Still, taking Scarlett's voice complicated matters considerably. Leaning back

