Chapter 0038

Warning: There might be some disturbing descriptions in this chapter, involving violence and blood.

Ryder

My wolf prowled the border separating my land from the Nightshade’s. It was a moonless night and the stars were hidden behind heavy dark clouds. Silence reigned tonight, not even the whistling of a bird could be heard.

I had hurriedly put my affairs in order, putting Trevor in charge. Unknown to Trevor, I had also enlisted the help of a friend to keep a close eye on him. After Sarah’s accusation, I decided to have another investigation carried out discreetly on the warehouses.

The pack members had gathered this evening to bid me well but my goodbyes with Alim were the most painful. He had clung to my body, refusing to leave me, begging to follow me. I watched his emotions switch from pain to anger. He stormed into his room, tears still visible in his eyes and slammed the door at me.

A branch snapped nearby, putting me on alert. My wolf raised its head, ready to strike. Bu