It had been almost a week since the beast attack, and the students of Lupari Pack's prestigious school were told to remain at home until the case was solved-or until the territory was deemed safe again.
Night had fallen over the Lupari Pack, casting a silvery glow across the snow-laced forest. The moonlight illuminated the ancient stones of the pack's great hall, painting the scene with a quiet, eerie beauty. Snow had begun to fall, light but steady.
Chloe stood on the edge of the balcony, arms crossed, her crimson cloak billowing behind her like spilled wine.
"Ugh, why did that beast have to show up now?" she muttered, eyes narrowed on the distant woods. "Ruining my chances with Ethan. I'm not letting that disgusting Lyra beat me to him. Ethan is mine."
A sly smile curled her lips. "I
