Chapter 86

Ethan's heart was beating fast as he faced Gabriel under the silvery light of the moon. The pack had gathered in a tight circle around them. There was a lot of stress in the air, like a storm that was about to break.

Gabriel's eyes used to be full of pride, but now they were filled with sorrow. "Ethan," he said, his voice breaking with emotion, "I made the biggest mistake of my life. I didn't see, so I hurt you in ways I can't even begin to understand."

Ethan didn't back down, but his heart was torn between the love he used to have for Gabriel and the growing love he had for Amelia. "Words won't take away the pain, Gabriel," he said, even though he was shaking inside.

Amelia was worried and determined as she watched the fight. The fact that she was by Ethan's side showed that he had to make a decision.

"But actions can," Gabriel said, never taking his eyes off Ethan. "I'll spend the rest of my life making it up to you and proving that I love you and that you are my soul mate."

Ethan's