Chapter 32. I Won’t Let Go of What’s Mine

Xerina’s POV

“I don’t know what you’re talking about…”

“Yeah? I am a wolf, if you forgot, Rina. I can fucking smell this nasty scent on you. It’s not yours, and it’s definitely not your blood.”

“…I just…someone was following me… and I followed after—”

“Do you think you can take down a wolf if he decides to tear through your flesh?”

“I… am… I can…”

He stepped closer, his eyes narrowing, the tension between us palpable. His hand grabbed my wrist, pulling my bloodstained palm closer to his face. His nostrils flared as he inhaled deeply, his eyes darkening with a mix of anger and concern. I tried to pull away, but his grip was firm, unyielding.

“You are weak,” he growled, his voice low and menacing. “You’re not invincible.”

I swallowed hard, feeling a mix of defiance and fear. “I know that,” I whispered, my voice trembling slightly. “But I couldn’t just stand by and do nothing.”

He released my wrist, his hand running through h