Chapter 174. The Return of Conan

“No, I killed her!” I took a few steps forward, taking charge of the situation and facing my Luna, who remained still, lacking the courage to own up to her actions.

“How could you kill my aunt like that? She was right; you are a heartless-cursed wolf!” Conan spat out the words, rising from the ground and transforming into his wolf form.

I was surprised by his control over the transformation. He came at me, trying to bite me. Sophie intervened, receiving the bite on her human arm and falling to the ground with a scream, clutching the wounded area.

“Aunt! I didn't mean to hurt you...” Conan returned to human form, crouching in front of his aunt, licking her wound, and holding her arm. “Why did you step in? Why do you defend him?”

“I'm fine, my brave one. There's much to be explained and revealed, but not here... It's not safe!” She caressed his face, pulling him into a tight embrace. “Forgive me, my son; forgive me for not protecting you and for not being here