With a trial powerful push . I sank my jaws into the vulnerable spot just behind its front leg , where even its thick hide couldn't protect it I bit down , hard . The boson let out a shuddering groan and stumbled , its massive frame swaying . Victory was a breath away I crouched low , gathering every last ounce of strength for the finishing strike - when suddenly , a sharp burst of scent and heavy pawsteps shattered the air . Werewolves ! Phina hissed inside me . I whirled , heart hammering . Shit ! It was too late for me to act or hide . From the shadows , four wolves emerged , their eyes locked instantly onto me . My stomach dropped . Cassius , Reed , and two other Alphas 1 didn't recognize . The blood roared in my ears . Why did it have to be them ? I took a step back , my body tensed to run . My inner voice screamed at me . ' Don't shift . Don't reveal yourself " Cassius golden eyes gleamed with interest . Reed's lips curled into a smirk as he effortlessly shifted into his human form , followed by Cassius . " A she - wolf ? " Reed drawled , raking his eyes down my form . " In this dangerous forest ? " He flicked a glance at the bison I would have claimed if not for their interference . Panic clawed at my insides , but a sliver of relief pierced through the fear . They didn't recognize me . Not yet . " Fuck , man . An Alpha she - wolf ? " Cassius muttered , his voice thick with disbelief . He took a slow , deliberate step closer , his posture lazy but his eyes razor - sharp . Reed followed behind him , tongue flicking across his fangs like a snake savoring a meal . " Such a rare beauty , Cassius murmured , inching closer . His gaze devoured me . " I didn't expect to find a she - wolf in this forsaken forest " " This is fate . " Reed grinned savagely , flashing his canines as the others crowded behind him , their excitement thick in the air like smoke . " The Goddess just sent us a feast . " Achill raced down my spine as Reed's histful gaze locked with mine , pinning me like a predator did its prey . Cassius laughed low in his throat , his hand shamelessly stroking his manhood as he grinned ear to ear . " Our days of struggle are finally over " " Yeah Reed agreed darkly , then barked out an order " Surround her ! " The other two wolves moved in , hemming me in on all sides . Chapter 22 An Alpha Shewolf For a heartbeat . I froze paralyzed by the horrifying realization . They didn't want to kill me . They didn't want to fight me . They wanted to violate me . Disgust and fury exploded inside me , but I masked it under a veil of fear , letting them believe I was frozen in terror Closer . Closer They dropped their guard , thinking I was helpless In a flash . I lunged - sinking my langs into the throat of the wolf blocking my escape . The coppery ! mouth as I ripped through his flesh and spit the torn skin from my jaws . of blood flooded my Before the others could react , bolted into the forest like a lightning strike . " Catch that bitch ! " Reed roared behind me , in the next instant , the sound of pounding paws echoed through the trees as they shifted into their wolves and gave chase . They hunted me like rabid hyenas , snapping and snarling at my heels . But they still didn't know who I was . Notv yel That was my only advantage . I could fight them . I wanted to fight them . I could kill them one by one if I had to . But it would drain me . And I needed my strength to reclaim the bison . To survive . Worse , if I fought back in my usual style , they'd recognize me . Reed and Cassius were cunning bastards . F They'd been observing me for days at the Academy . They'd put the pieces together fast if they caught even a glimpse of my true power Worst of all , they wanted to violate me . I had to protect my dignity . And my disguise . No matter the cost : I wove through the trees , heart hammering , searching for anything - anything - that could give me an edge . Then , I saw him . A massive black wolf , his jaws dripping blood as he pinned an elk to the ground . His piercing blue eyes locked onto me across . the clearing My blood ran cold Our gazes collided , recognition instantly flared . Terror jolted through me . Before he could react , I tore my gaze away and sprinted past him in a blur . Chapter 22 An Alpha She - wolf Only to stumble into another nightmare . Not far ahead , another black wolf loomed over a dead lion , his massive frame stained with blood . I knew those eyes . Violet Cold . Unforgiving . Roman My heart plummeted . The last person , the absolute last person I wanted to see me … saw me . The real me . Seraphina .