Side Story 4.19 - One for All

Jhoanna’s POV

The demon’s massive form loomed outside, its jagged horns scraping against the sky as it released a guttural roar that shook the packhouse. Hannah growled within me, clawing to get out, but I stayed rooted, holding the barrier steady. Every second felt like an eternity as sweat dripped from my forehead, my hands trembling from the effort of maintaining my witch powers.

My mate was out there. I could see his black wolf darting in and out of the demon’s reach, slashing at its legs with precision. He was fast, but the demon was faster. My chest tightened with fear every time its claws came dangerously close to him. Even Hannah cannot help herself but whimper everytime that happens.

The barrier flickered again, and mom’s sharp voice broke through my panic. “Jhoanna, please focus!”

I clenched my jaw and fo