The Hunted Wolf – Chapter 29

ADIRA

“You don’t understand,” Cain repeated. “This is bigger than you or me.”

I rolled my eyes. “I don’t care. You’re not listening to me, and I have no reason to trust you. Leave now.”

going to regret this. I’m not done with you.”

, I’m d

out in front of me, causing an invisible wave to rush forward. It hit Cain, and his form broke into a million little particles that wisped away with the wave. Once again, I was alone in my subconscious. My hands were burning with power, and I could feel a shift in me. I didn’t know how Cain was able to enter my subconscious without my permission, but I never wanted that to h

ened the door and locked it behind me.

sed in my mind palace was still surging within my body. Normally, I had more control when I was in my mind, but when I woke up, most of that power was gone.

much more out there that I hadn’t figured out soon.

g a trip to her, but with Pack Lyna now staying here, I knew my help would be needed. I couldn’t go running off like that.

ulated.

s meant or what I could do with it, but the possibilities felt endless. I waved my hand in front of the mirror, and little sparkles started floating down, disappear

turned the lights off and threw more sparkles into the air. It was a truly magical feeling as everything shimmered around me, and I felt at peace, seeing I could make something so beautiful. It was a good reminder that the powers I had could be somethin

to do anything, so it surprised me. I held my hand close to me as I looked into the mirror.

ll of light, and in the middle of it, there were two figures standing in the middle. There was one male and one female, standing several feet apart. I couldn’t see their faces, but they stood there, looking at each other.

ried to resist, but then she slumped into his arms.

breath watching the scene unfold. I didn’t know what this was, but I knew it wasn’t my doing. Somehow, I still felt connected to whatev

w bigger until they started getting sucked back into the couple, once again revealing them. The man was standing tall, but the woman had co

Was the girl in the mirror supposed to be me?

breath before I stood up and rinsed my mouth out. I still felt a little queasy, and I started wondering if there was something wrong with me.

up again.

–

MARK

nt to breathe and relax and check on Adira. I hadn’t talked to her much since Jori had shown up, and I still wasn’t sure about that whole situation. I loved that she wanted to believe the best in people, but I needed to make sure she was safe above all else. I w

manage.”

unning a larger pack. I grew up in one, so I have seen the ins and outs that go along with it. Having the right team can make the world of difference, though, and I trust my team. Besides, when I grow my pack, I imagine it will be a lot slower than this.”

size of your pack, you never know how your pack will grow or when. One time we had a large group of werewolves whose pack had been destroyed by humans. Their alpha was dead, and they had nowhere else to go. Luckily, we were able

quite impressive,” I commented. “I know I may seem young and inexperienced as an alpha, but I know more than you might realize. I’m also not afraid to admit when I’m wrong or need help.”

young alpha who thinks he knows everything, and you seem to know when to respect your elders.”

I should check on before I get pulled into another conversation. I will see you at the first training session later today.”

.

t it was different than our normal quality time.

riors from Pack Lyna.

y. “How’s the room assignments going?”

. Clearly she hadn’t seen me approach, even though I was a

s eyes. There was definitely some sort of vibe between them, and it was pretty strange seeing that side of Rie. She had always been into shopping and decorating, but I hadn’t seen her show much interest in gu

private setting.

I told her I could take over for her while she rested. She’s probably in your room.” She looked at the warrior and blushed again.

e forming, and we need to make sure the first patrol is ready to go for their shift in forty-five minutes.”

her lips tight. She was definitely nervous. She never called me Alpha Mark.

, almost amused at her behavior. Just to make sure things were getting done, I turned to the warrior standing next to Rie. “I’m Alpha Mark, by the way. Who migh

n making her go googly-eyed.

d smiled brightly. “I’m Mason, fifth rank warrior in Pack Lyna. It is a pleasure to meet you, sir.”

k forward to meeting you.”

tractive man.

gain soon, Mason. I must take my leave and check on my m

new she wasn’t sleeping well. It must really be getting to her if she chose to take a step back from an event like this. Adira was the type to push herself past her limits.