Chapter 20. Kiss

Marcus’s POV

I made sure the door was locked. I slid the key into my pocket before going back to the mansion.

That house was known by just a few people: me, the Alpha, and his sister, so I was sure she would be fine.

Moreover, the Alpha had ordered this last night, whispering I should try taking her away to know if truly only her presence can make him turn human.

I even wanted to know what the beast would do. On getting in, I strode to the library, turning on the computer.

I strode through the net, searching for new scholars who could detect and solve the problem.

All the ones I sent messages to had given me the same response. I massaged my temple in frustration.

But I refused to give up, so I continued looking for new ones.

Time was not on our side. The full moon was fast approaching, and after this, there were just two left.

I was engrossed in my research when a guard barged in.

He breathed heavily as if he were be