Chapter 87. Betrayal

“Denver, you know it was necessary!” Elara shouted, facing the wizard's fury. “It was the hybrid's destiny to join us; we couldn't defy the ancestors!”

“TO HELL WITH THE ANCESTORS!” He yelled, his eyes blazing with anger. “You handed your own daughter to them, my future bride!”

I felt a wave of indignation and fury emanating from the wizard.

“Denver!” I shouted, trying to pacify the situation. “Your fight is with me, not the witches. Leave them alone. Help me draw the dark witch away, and I will surrender to my fate!”

I clenched my fists, keeping my gaze steady on the wizard. Elara, worried, yelled:

“What are you doing, Sophie? The moment you leave the shield, the dark, which will know where you are and come within her reach!”

“It's all right, Elara,” I replied with a reassuring smile. “So, do we have a deal?”

“No!” Denver yelled, completely beside himself. “You wolves can't be trusted, you're always lying!”

“That's not true; the Alpha