“They said that they needed a champion. To stop the end of the world…our world. They both need a champion to stop the evil hiding in the darkness.” “Absolutely not.” Toya shook her head and crossed her arms. “Toya-” “No, Amy. I’m with Toya. You politely, graciously turn them down.” Wendy sidled up next to Toya. And then so did Micca and Hanna. I felt burning behind my eyes as I shook my head. “We don’t agree.” Hanna pulled her shoulders back and had this defiant look on her face. “You guys.” I started turning to them. But Micca stomped her foot. “No.” Her brows furrowed, and she glared at me. “You are our friend, our alpha, and we refused, dammit. I love the Moon Goddess in all her glory, but she can’t take you from us.” I sighed. “I love you. All of you. And I will be your friend

