Chapter 67

• It seemed to take a long time, but eventually the air shimmered as Elroy's massive wolf form melted away, revealing his chiseled human physique. His eyes, still wild with primal energy, locked onto mine with laser focus.
• "Olivia," he breathed, pulling away from me just enough to assess that I wasn’t injured. He had his consciousness back, but only just. I was exhausted, but I’d have to be the responsible one a little bit longer.
• “I’m here, Elroy,” I said, deciding to keep my sentences short and simple until I knew he’d be able to grasp more complex thoughts. “Everyone is safe. These people aren’t enemies.”