*Daphne*

It felt like we were on the run for hours, eluding Alpha Gareth’s forces as they pursued us.

Near dawn, Rion and Jasper followed guides to a secluded cave deep in the forest.

“This isn’t far enough,” I argued.

“We need to rest. We’ve been running all night,” Rion insisted. “Eva can put up a barrier to protect us.”

“I can?” Eva asked, arching an eyebrow.

I caught the look Rion gave her. It seemed like they ...