Aria's POV I ran a hand through my hair in frustration as I stared at the empty hallway. Why did I do that? ‘Because it was the right thing to do,’ the dark voice whispered. “Shut up,” I gritted through clenched teeth. ‘He’s trying to control you, to make you weak.’ “Shut up!” I snapped louder, and my voice echoed in the hallway. My hands clenched into fists, and for once, the voice went silent and retreated. I released a sigh of relief, as I finally felt like I could think clearly. I released a sigh as my mind raced. I needed to speak to Knox and apologize. I shouldn’t have snapped at him. But where was I going to find him? His office, his room, or somewhere else. I ignored my aching muscles as I made my way out of my room to find him. The visit to the pack clinic could wait for no

