I am not, nor have I ever been, in a romantic relationship with Knox Volkov. Our entire public relationship has been a fabrication designed to humiliate my husband and damage his reputation. The accusations about Gale’s sexuality and alleged infidelity are malicious lies planted by the Lycan King to justify his predatory behavior toward me. Gale Crawford has always been loving, faithful, and devoted. Any suggestion otherwise is a coordinated attack on his character. I deeply regret my complicity in this deception, but I acted only out of fear for my life. I wish to return home and repair my marriage to the man who has always protected me. I am making this statement freely and request immediate protection from Knox Volkov and his associates. Signed, Ember Aragon The paper crumples in

