Chapter 13 Kalliass eyes burn holes into my soul , his piercing glare practically screaming explain yourself And for a split second , I actually consider it . Hut then again , what is there to explain when I was the one constantly telling him dot theres absolutely nothing between us anymore ) Until I remember Im wearing nothing but Enochs oversized shirt , and my explanation would probably sound a lot like a confession . Scrambling to my feet , I pull the shirt tighter around me , clutching at what little dignity I have left . Its not what it looks like . I begin , but my voice cracks hallway though the sentence . Great start , Taryn . Real convincing . Before I can take another step to explain myself , Enochs arm snakes around my waist , pulling me back against his chest . My heart nearly stops . Hes glaring at Kallias as if he just declared himself King of the Assholes , completely oblivious or maybe indifferent to the already awkward air in the room . Seriously ? Now ? Enoch , I hiss under my breath , trying to pry his arm off me . Its as though Im trying to wrestle a steel beam . His hold doesnt budge , his other arm coming around me as if I might bolt . To make things worse , hes glaring at Kallias , who looks as though he might explode from sheer annoyance , This is not helping I shuffle awkwardly around the cave , Enoch still attached to me akin to a giant , overprotective octopus . I grab my bag and shove random items into it , trying to ignore the incredulous looks coming from Kallias and his merry band of judgmental asshats . Seriously ? Kallias finally growls , his irritation sharp enough to cut through the humid air . The vines over the cave entrance rustle , and Gamma Abel strides in , his frown so deep it might as well be carved into stone . The judge , the jury , and the bitch of all . His eyes sweep over the scene : me , in Enochs shirt , his arms glued to my waist , and Kallias practically vibrating with irritation . The disapproval in his eyes is worse than anything Kallias could have said . Right now . Just strike me down , Moon Goddess . Wonderful , I mutter under my breath . The cavalrys here . Gamma Abel sighs , his disappointment palpable . He doesnt yell , but the weight of my name on his tongue is enough to make me wish Id drowned in the rain carlier . Gamma Abel exhales sharply . What the hell is this ? he demands , gesturing vaguely at the madness before him . 1/5 11:41 Sat , 15 Mar AMD . Chapter 13 . His gaze lingers on Enochs possessive hold on me , and the crease in his brow deepens . Can we talk outside ? he says , his tone sharp . His eyes flick to Enoch , still glued to my side . Before I can answer , he fixes his glare on Enoch . Let her go Enoch doesnt move . If anything , his grip tightens , and for a second , I think hes going to challenge the Gamma . Oh Goddess , I sure hope not . 80 % I twist to look up at him , trying to keep my voice calm despite the rising panic . Enoch , its okay . Just let me talk to him . alright ? His green eyes flick to me , uncertain but obedient . After a tense minute , he lets me go , stepping back looking like a sulking child . I turn to Kallias , whos standing there with his arms crossed , barely resisting the urge to smirk . For the love of the Goddess , dont do anything stupid , I snap at him before following Gamma Abel out of the cave . The rain hasnt let up , and the leaves drip cold water down the back of my neck as we step into the damp clearing . I shiver but dont dare complain not with the way Gamma Abels frustration practically crackles in the air between us . What the hell were you thinking ? he starts , his voice low but furious . Do you have any idea the calls Ive gotten ? I flinch , crossing my arms over my chest . It wasnt my fault- He cuts me off with a sharp gesture . The Imperial Pack warriors are involved now . Do you know how lucky you are that someone in the market vouched for you ? If they hadnt , wed be facing a much bigger problem . -I swallow hard , guilt tightening my throat . I trusted you , Taryn , he continues , his tone biting . I told you to keep him out of trouble . And what happens ? This . He gestures vaguely toward the cave , as if the sight of Enoch alone is proof of my failure . I find you holed up in a cave with him while the Imperial Pack is breathing down our necks ? What do you think this makes our pack look like , Taryn ? Im sorry , I stammer , but the words feel hollow . He exhales sharply , rubbing a hand over his face . Sorry isnt going to fix this , he mutters . Well deal with this when we get home . I nod , swallowing the lump in my throat as he turns back toward the cave . His words play on a loop in my head : I trusted you . Back inside , Kallias is leaning against the wall , looking as smug as ever , while Enoch sits on the ground , fiddling with the bracelet I gave him as though its the most interesting thing in the world . Were leaving Gamma Abel announces , his tone brooking no argument . He points at Enoch . You stay close and keep your mouth shut . Enochs eyes narrow slightly , but he doesnt argue . I glance at Kallias , whos still watching me , waiting for me to trip over my own feet 2/5 15 Mar Chapter B Lets go , Gamma Abel says , already heading for the exit I grab my bag , avoiding everyones gaze as I follow him out of the cave Rouch then to the full , impening heat and caree follow , but Abel holds up a hand . Stay here , he orders . Enoch growls low in his throat , a sound that makes the hair on my arms stand on end . Its fine , I say quickly , turning back to him . Just … behave , okay ? . This is going to be a long , long day . The air is tense , the kind of tense that makes your teeth ache from the pressure . It doesnt help that were trudging back home in silence , every footfall on the dirt path as loud as a gunshot in try eats . Gamma Abel is up front , his broad shoulders radiating disappointment , while Kallias trails behind him , glaring daggers the back of my head . I can feel his irritation like a second shadow , but hey , its not my fault Enoch decided to turn our morning into a pack wide scandal . Speaking of Enoch , hes walking beside me , his steps unusually light for someone his size . Hes practically glowing after that cave stunt , blissfully unaware of the shitstorm brewing around us . I told you not to cause trouble , I whisper under my breath , glancing at him . Enoch looks down at me , his green eyes wide with something close to childlike confusion Enoch didnt , he says simply , as if thats supposed to magically erase everything that just happened I groan , pinching the bridge of my nose . No , of course not . The drama just follows you , doesnt it ? Gamma Abel slows his pace , his head turning slightly : Taryn , he barks , sharp enough to make me straighten on instinct . Were shifting for speed . Inform your … companion My stomach sinks . About that , I start hesitantly , already bracing for the explosion . Enoch …… ..cant shift . The kind of silence that makes you want to crawl into a hole and never come out . Gamma Abels shoulders stiffen before he exhales a long exasperated breath . Fine , he mutters through gritted teeth , the word practically a growl . Kallias , let him ride on your back . 1 almost choke on my own spit What ? Kallias whips around , his eyes narrowing into slits . You want me to what ? Gamma Abel doesnt even look at him , already stripping off his shirt in preparation for his shift . You heard me . Kalliass jaw works furiously , his glare flicking to me as if this is somehow my fault . 1 shrug , giving him my best dont look at me , dude face . Enoch , meanwhile , looks delighted . He tilts his he , watching Kallias with a gleam of mischief in his eyes . 1175 Chapter 13 wolf athe Kallias shifts , his well form massive and imposing and I swear hes radiating pure malice as he craiches low I wouldnt be shocked if he throws off Enoch along the way Enoch climbs onto his back , his hands gripping Kalliass for a mile too tightly Dont pull his bait . I warn , but Enoch just flashes me a toothy grin . This hile shit You think theyre going to survive being like that for the rest of the ride back home ? My wolf murmurs as I let her take the Oh fuck me , if they dont act like normal adults My wolf simply chuckles . And were of The forest blurs around us as we run , the rhythmic pounding of paws on dirt drowning out every other sound . Kallias is trying to shake Enoch off subtle at first , then less so . Enoch just laughs , tugging harder at his for like a kid on a This is going to end in blood . I mutter to myself , pushing harder to keep up with the group . Were almost to the pack borders when it happens . The rogue comes out of nowhere . All snarling teeth and wild eyes . It lunges , aiming straight for Gamma Abel , but before anyone can react , theres a blur of motion . A gust of wind Enoch One second hes clinging to Kallias like a leech trying to make his wolf bald , and the next , hes a whirlwind of destruction . He hits the rogue with a force that makes the ground shake , his movements are both fluid and terrifyingly efficient Its over in seconds . The rogue collapses in a lifeless heap , and Enoch straightens , his chest heaving but his expression calm . Blood pools the innocent blades of grass while silence hovered over the horizons . Including me . He turns to the group , tilting his head as though hes waiting for applause . Good ? he asks , his voice gentle , as if he didnt just commit murder with his bare hands . Everyone stares . Gamma Abel looks like hes forgotten how to blink . Kallias is still mid shift , his wolf form frozen in place . And me ? Im trying not to lose my shit , Enoch . I hiss , shifting back into my human form and yanking my clothes on as fast as humanly possible . My hands are shaking as I pull my shirt over my head , my mind racing with a million thoughts , which none of them helpful . He walks over to me with his massive frame towering above mine , and presents his head akin to a damn golden retriever waiting for a pat 4/5 11:41 Sat , 15 Mar A Mi. Chapter 1 I stare at him , my brain short circuiting Uh good job ? I say weakly , reaching up to pat his head because what the hell else am I supposed to do ? His grin is blinding , and he practically beams at the praise , completely oblivious to the growing tension in the air . Gamma Abel clears his throat , breaking the silence . We need to move , Now Inod , grabbing Knochs arm and pulling him along . But as we start running again , one thought refuses to leaves my mind , Im so screwed . 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