Chapter Fifty

Erin Lockheart's POV

With only a day left before the pivotal decision that could define my fate, I find myself torn between two paths: betraying Kai to secure my freedom and reclaiming my life, or betraying Cadmus for the sake of love.

The weight of this choice hung heavy on my shoulders as I carefully consider the consequences of each option.

I love Kai deeply, with all my heart, but Cadmus's offer promises a future of peace and safety, far removed from the strife and danger that have haunted me for so long.

As I grapple with the decision, I must confront not only my feelings of love and loyalty but also the practical considerations of survival and security. Isn't this what I wanted all along? A peaceful and long life? The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking, leaving me to wrestle with a choice that will shape the course of my life—and perhaps the lives of those I hold dear—for years to come.

My spirit wolf appeared before me and I looked at it with bitterness as I asked, "Of