BODIEThe alarm continues to ring throughout the building.

The sound is sharp and violent, tearing the calm night apart.

My beast rises inside. Restless and alert.

“They’ve crossed,” I whisper again. This time with more conviction.

Held’s fingers tighten around my arm instinctively.

Gently, removing her fingers, I grab a jacket and rush towards the door.

She follows behind closely.

The hallway is already filled with warriors moving around busily. They shout orders as they move ...