Chapter 45

Cedric, hungry and bored out of his mind, had been sprawled leisurely on his throne when he sensed Caleb and what would no doubt be a few other people approaching the hidden castle.

He immediately springs to his feet, up and out of the entirety of the hidden castle, finding his way into the woods. Like always, his now beastly wolf was itching for complete dominance over his mind and body, and it should’ve gotten it like it always had, but it seemed the lingering scent of the mysterious female kept it subdued.

Choosing solitude over potential interaction, Cedric trails deeper into the woods, distancing himself from the pack. Despite being in human form, his mind was unstable, and he knew any sudden encounter or unfamiliar scent could trigger a regression into his monstrous state.

Cedric let his thoughts wander as he roamed the dark forest on foot. He caught himself reminiscing about his childhood and the freedom he once enjoyed.

It felt good to feel human agai