Chapter 5

I truly meant it. I was letting go for real.

Samuel didn't force his hand any closer.

Only when I placed my hand in his did he close his fingers

His palm was cold, but reassuring.

I stepped down from the altar.

A thin line of blood trailed from my feet.

The pack members stepped aside quietly.

No one dared to laugh.

As I reached the entrance, Caius suddenly called out, "Elena."

I paused.

He stood by the Moonfire, and for the first time, he looked nervous.

"If you left tonight, you'll be cut off from us for good," he…