SILENT WISHES

~ZIRA

I froze at Kael's sudden outburst.

My wolf spurred to life at his actions. It made me feel good knowing that he was ready to stand up for me despite our differences.

I watched Arden's expression turn into shock. He froze for a split second as Kael continued to pin him against the wall.

"What are you doing, Kael?" He whispered in his stunned state.

His words must have gotten to Kael; because Kael released him immediately and backed away. He stared at his twin brother with wide eyes.

"I—" Kael managed to say before breaking off. He looked down at his feet immediately. I could feel the confusion radiating from him and my wolf shifted with concern.

I wanted to go to him. I wanted to tell him that he was my mate, not Arden. I wanted to tell him that we were meant to be together, that he was probably living a lie. But all those thoughts remained buried in my mind, unable to escape.

"What the fuck has gotten into you, brother?!" Arden spat and pushed Kael's chest.

Kael staggered back