"Honestly, I'm surprised that Hale didn't figure this out sooner, always bragging about knowing everything. He should be embarrassed," Thomas scoffed.

"I don't know what you're talking about." I tried to feign innocence, to act like my whole world wasn't crashing down around my feet.

"No, I think you deserve to know the truth. I think it will help you see a little clearer," Thomas started. "You see, Hale Rowe is the Lycan King. He's a ruthless, disgusting man who ...