CARSON

Axel's explanation did more harm than good. I would have felt better believing that Axel was forcing his way into Ashley's heart. But now, knowing that she asked him on the date made me uncomfortable. Why Axel?

I sat on the damp earth, letting my body take in the cold that it provided. My mind kept running through what Axel said about Ashley asking him out. My wolf cringed as I thought of it.

I had called countless times but there was no answer.

It all became completely unbearable when ...