As soon as it got to my senses that the black wolf could really be one of Kevin’s gammas who was sent to kill me and take away baby Calix. I immediate look at Brenda and gave her a cue that tells we should run from them.
And we did.
The sound of the fire crackling behind us still filled my ears as Brenda and I hurried down the dark alley, my heart racing as I clutched Calix to my chest. His little body trembled against mine, and I whispered soothing words to calm him, though the fear in my own voice betrayed me.
Suddenly, a shadow darted across our path. My stomach dropped. No. Not now.
Before I could even react, three men appeared from the shadows, blocking our way. They were tall, muscular, and their faces bore expressions of cold determination. Brenda cursed under her breath, and we
