Aiden
The night was dark and cold, with the threat of a killing frost in the air. Autumn leaves were scattered across the training field where it seemed the entire pack had assembled. Everyone was anxious to see who would come out victorious. I could feel their anxiety, hear their whispered conjectures.
Wisdom and experience, versus youth and physical fitness. Many of them had not seen me since the days of Ellis’s ascension when I was so weak I could barely stand. I wasn’t so fragile any more. The many nights I had spent running away from Cecelia had hardened my muscles once again.
And now, I had something worth fighting for. I cast my eyes around, and immediately they landed on Cecelia. She was huddled between Chloe and Dr. Ramirez. She had a blanket wrapped around her shoulders, like
