hapter 80
Jared’s eyes blazed, fists clenched, ready to strike.
My she–wolf bared her teeth.
Emily quickly pulled him back.
“Jared, don’t be impulsive!”
Caleb, ever the composed one, took a deep breath, suppressing his anger.
“Who is your boss? When did we offend your boss and his sister?”
“I can’t tell you.” They couldn’t risk jeopardizing their relationship with the owner and his sister.
Hearing the mention of the owner and his sister, I glanced at Grayson.
Was I overthinking?
Was he referring to us? My she–wolf was wary.
I looked at Grayson questioningly.
He smirked.
“What? Am I handsome?”
Our alcove was near the entrance; woven screens separated the tables, blocking sight but not sound.
As Caleb and the others turned to leave, Jared stopped, squinting in our direction.
“Wait,” he whispered.
“I think I saw Grayson.”
Caleb followed his gaze, spotting two figures through the screen–me, the petite she–wolf he hadn’t seen in ages!
“Isabella?” Caleb called out tentatively.
I remained silent.
My she–wolf urged me to stay hidden, but there was an unfamiliar calm.
Jared snorted, rushing forward.
“You’ve already left the Miller Pack, and you’re still making things difficult for Emily!”
Caleb lunged to stop him, but he was too late; Jared kicked the woven screen.
The kick was fueled by pent–up frustration, and if it connected, it would surely hit me!
“Jared! No!” Caleb realized that no matter my rebellious nature, I was still his sister, and he couldn’t let Jared hurt
me!
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His wolf was clearly agitated.
But to Emily, his attempt to stop Jared looked like he still cared for me!
She was furious!
Indeed, the bond of blood was different!
However, just as Jared lifted his foot, Grayson, who had been sitting still, moved with lightning speed.
He stood, his tall figure a drawn sword; danger sparked in his eyes.
He swiftly positioned himself beside me, elegantly and powerfully kicking Jared, a stark contrast to Jared’s brutal approach.
Grayson’s wolf was fully engaged, protecting his mate.
“Jared!” Caleb exclaimed; this time, it was worry, not a reprimand!
His wolf howled in concern.
Jared’s foot collided with Grayson’s, separated only by the screen.
But he was no match for Grayson; the impact jolted his leg, forcing him to stumble back into Caleb, halting hist advance.
Though he didn’t fall, it was a rough landing.
His kicked leg trembled; cold sweat broke out from the pain.
His wolf whimpered.
I pursed my lips.
In the past, Jared used to fight “for* me; now, I couldn’t count how many times he’d struck me.
Memories flashed before me; my she–wolf felt the pain resonate within her.
I instinctively touched my arms and back.
Though reborn, those wounds hadn’t yet appeared physically, but the lingering pain echoed in my heart,
My she–wolf trembled.
Grayson smiled coldly, his hands in his pockets, casually knocking over the screen.
“You still dare to strike my sister in front of me? Jared, don’t you want your legs anymore?”
His voice was dangerously calm, but the intent behind his words was palpable.
His wolf’s dominance was absolute.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.

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