Close call.

Anastasia's POV.

“You clumsy low-life!” A growl reverberated through the corridors of the halls. I fought to stand up as my breath hitched in my chest. I was inhaling more air than I was exhaling.

There were two figures standing before me; one I recognized as the Alpha from earlier and the other...he must be the Beta, they are always by the Alpha's side. There was also a guard present, though I was sure it was unnecessary for them.

“Are you blind?” The same voice barked as the beta advanced towards me pugnaciously.

I took weak steps back as my heartbeat increased and adrenaline rushed through my veins, forcing a glob of saliva down my dried up throat.

The Alpha's arm, though, remained in his path, preventing him from advancing towards me and potentially eliminating me on the spot.

“She must be punished, Alpha!” The Beta's gruff voice muttered.

The Alpha kept his stern gaze on me. I couldn't tell if he was going to just let me go or go ahead with what his beta suggested.

“Forgive me…Al