Aria’s POV

The violet wisps wrapped around the beast, curling tight like glowing ropes. For a second, it actually looked like it might hold. The beast’s massive body froze. The dancing shadows paused.

But then the wolf released a terrifying snarl and ripped right through them like they were nothing.

The ropes shattered, scattering across the room.

“Motherfucker,” Hazel spat.

The wolf lunged straight for her throat.

“Hazel!” Hunter barked, ...