Chapter 28 Leave , I commanded Darian , my voice firm as my wolf snarled within me , its instincts heightened by the distinct scent of hunters in the air . You have to leave . I can handle everything . Darian simply shrugged , unbothered by the growing tension . You re a fool if you think Ill leave you , he growled , his tone low and resolute as he stepped closer and began untying the ropes binding me . Besides , I still want to show you something . As the restraints fell away , he looked at me intently . You couldnt shift ? he asked , his voice filled with concern . I took a deep breath , feeling the weight of the situation pressing down on me . Lucian underestimated me if thats the case , I whispered , shaking my head . The Healer didnt betray me she was forced . Thats what led to her demise . But 85 % 12 43 1/7 Chapter 28 she didnt take my power . My words hung in the air , heavy with both sorrow . and determination . Darian s expression softened , his resolve clear . Im sorry , Freya , he said , his voice steady . But Ill fight for you . I wont lose the chance to know more about you . His words sent an unfamiliar flutter through my chest . My heart raced as his gaze locked onto mine , intense and unwavering . I reached for his hand , gripping it tightly . Dont you dare hurt yourself , I murmured , my voice barely audible . He smirked faintly , shaking his head . No , he said firmly . I promise that … Before he could finish , the rooms door burst open , and three menacing figures stepped inside , their presence thick with malice . Each one carried a massive shotgun , the barrels gleaming ominously 85 % 12-43 217 Chapter 28 under the dim light . Wolfsbane , one of them said , his voice rough and cruel . His gaze landed on me , his lips curling into a sinister smile . A Stormhood wolf . Weve been hunting you for a long time . I stood tall , my wolf bristling under the weight of his words . You ve been hunting my kind for decades , centuries ? I questioned , my voice sharp and filled with venom . Well , that ends here Before I could finish , the sharp crack of a gunshot echoed through the room . Reacting on pure instinct , I dodged with the speed only a wolf could possess . The bullet missed by mere inches , embedding itself in the wall behind me . The hunters hissed angrily , their frustration evident as they adjusted their aim . Darian growled low , stepping forward . If you think you can take her , you re 85% 12-43 317 1600 84 Chapter 28 mistaken , he snarled , his own wolf flickering just beneath the surface . Alpha Darian shifted into his black wolf form as the hunters didnt wait for us to finish our exchange . The leader barked an order , and the three raised their massive shotguns , aiming at Darian first . The sound of gunfire echoed through the room , but Darian moved like a shadow , dodging the silver bullets with terrifying agility . In one swift motion , he leapt at the nearest hunter , his claws ripping through the mans armor as though it were paper . The hunter screamed , collapsing to the ground as Darians roar shook the room . The other two turned their weapons on me , but I was already moving . My wolf surged forward , and with it , my speed and strength multiplied . The first hunter fired , but I spun , the bullet grazing past me as 1 lunged . My claws tore through his weapon , splintering it into pieces before I slammed him into the wall with enough force to 85 % 12:43 4/7 Chapter 28 crack the stone . The last hunter hesitated , his hands trembling as he raised his gun . Youre … youre just a myth , he stammered , his eyes wide with fear . No , I said , my voice calm but deadly . Im your end . With a single leap , I closed the distance between us , my claws glowing faintly with an energy I didnt yet understand . I struck his weapon , sending it flying across the room , then grabbed him by the throat , lifting him off the ground effortlessly . Centuries of hunting my kind , I said , my voice a low growl . It ends tonight . But before I could deliver the final blow , a deafening roar erupted from the doorway . Alpha Theron stood there , his enormous figure framed by the moonlight . His crimson eyes burned with fury , his presence sucking the air from the room . 85 % 12:43 5/7 84 Chapter 28 Impressive , a voice drawled , smooth yet menacing . I turned to see Alpha Theron step into the room , his presence exuding a dark authority . His eyes gleamed with malice as he spoke . But you haven t faced me yet , cursed wolf . Darians wolf growled , his anger rippling through the air like a storm . You will die before you lay a hand on her ! he roared , his voice vibrating with raw power . Alpha Theron chuckled darkly , his lips curling into an almost mocking smile . Nice game , Darian , he said , his tone dripping with mockery . But Freya deserves to know the truth . Darians wolf bared his teeth , his growl deepening . Shut your mouth , Theron ! But Theron ignored him , his cold gaze locking onto me . His expression was unreadable , but his voice carried a sinister edge . Freya , he began , his words slow and deliberate , maybe the enemy isnt me . Maybe it isnt even the hunters . 85 % 12:43 6/7 Chapter 28 He took a step closer , his eyes glinting with malice . Maybe … the real enemy is Darian . Title: Crimson Revenge: Bride Sacrifice (English-dubbed) Embark on a riveting journey with Misty, a fresh police academy graduate, as she fearlessly undertakes a perilous mission to infiltrate the enigmatic 'Divine Marriage' ritual in Florals Village. Disguised as a Florals Maiden, she plunges into the depths of the mysterious Florals Cave with secrets lurking at every turn. 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