Chapter 143

• I had just received a call not too long ago, one that confirmed what I had been anxiously hoping for—she was back in our possession. I felt certain about this fact, my heart racing with relief as Jack exclaimed, "What on earth were you thinking, Xavier? Allowing a Lycan to stay with us? You must understand how perilous they can be and the threat they pose to our entire werewolf community!"
• Xavier chuckled, unbothered by Jack's frantic accusations. "First of all, Jack," he began, "the so-called threat that we've all been warned about is nothing more than a collection of fabrications spun by Thor, who simply cannot stand the idea of a species existing that holds more power than he does. And secondly, we didn't just provide her refuge; we trained her as well..."
• My heart pounding with anticipation, was ready for the moment of action that followed. In an instant, I launched my attack. Everything happened in a merciless blur. As I propelled myself forward, I noticed Jack's body stiffen, perhaps sensing the danger lurking behind him—or maybe it was that bone-chilling growl I released just before the chaos ensued. Regardless of the cause, it was far too late for him. Before he could turn and aim his rifle defensively, I was already upon him, throwing him off balance.