Chapter 6

Ariela

My only hope was my freedom. Only it would take a while for my dad to rebuild the pack.

Beno put his hand on mine so that I would stop playing with my fingers. His support at least calmed me down a little.

After clearing his throat, he said, “I’ll get you back as soon as I can. The plan has long been in place as to how we will build the pack. As soon as we have the money, the work will begin.”I just nodded but remained focused on the side window.

Maybe I saw the forest I knew for the last time. Because just because someone tried to free me, it didn't mean it would work.

“Ariela, I’m going to take you home.”

I nodded again, which he noticed this time because he looked at me briefly. I kept up my facade even though I wanted to cry. Just like Cosima earlier when I said goodbye. She had mutated into a waterfall and could barely say a word.

I, on the other hand, remained serious and appeared calm. I wouldn't admit wea