The weight of Cierce's words hung in the air, like a looming death sentence. My instincts screamed at me to brace myself for the impending confrontation, while the darkness of the night intensified around us. It was time to face the consequences of a betrayal that cut as deep as the claws of a hungry wolf.

The weight of her words hung in the air, but I didn't allow fear to take hold of me. Instead, I faced Cierce with determination. “You betrayed our friendship, Cierce. ...