Sienna’s POV I never knew how strong Nyla was until we began sparring with Leon. Leon was terrifying in wolf form. His fur was black and white, and his eyes were completely black. He did not have the usual wolf eyes, and his presence was so dominant that Nyla’s instincts always recognised him before mine did. There was something unusual about his breed. I suspected that was why Kael avoided shifting in public, but I did not ask. He had spent most of his life guarding his secrets, and I wanted him to tell me when he felt ready. My skills improved. I could take down wolves who once would have overwhelmed me, but I still hesitated whenever Kael taught me to strike with the intention of killing. I was not certain I could take a life. Maya wanted to join our training, but Kael clearly did not

