Chapter 16

Before I could respond to Lycan Steven's offer, a howl was heard from inside the forest.

In the thick of the night, under a moon that hung heavy and ominous in the sky, my heart raced with fear I had never known before.

"What's happening?" I gasped, asking as I looked around, alarmed by the howl.

"I think a rogue saw me killing his fellow rogue. Now, he's calling for his other rogues!" Lycan Steven replied, grabbing my wrist. "It's going to be dangerous for you. Let's get out of here first!"

Another howl was heard. Steven and I were running, our feet barely touching the ground as we maneuvered through the dense underbrush.

He was stronger and faster than I, so I couldn't keep up with him.

"Fuck, I can't put you on my back because a rogue might plunge himself onto my body! I don't want to risk your safety!" Steven hissed, paused, and then carried me in his arms, bridal style, while still in his human form.

"Steven!"

As we paused for a moment to catch our breath, the stillness was shatt