Chapter 40
Annalise
Lucien lunged, and I barely managed to twist away, but the motion sent me sprawling onto the cold, unforgiving ground. My palms scraped against the dirt, but there was no time to feel the sting. His heavy paw slammed down on my chest, pinning me in place.
My chest heaved as I panted, fear clawing its way up my throat. For a moment, I couldn’t move. Couldn’t think.
And then I plunged my dagger into his side, through his thick fur and deep into muscle. His agonized groan ripped through the air as he stumbled back, freeing me.
The sight of my blade still lodged in his side made my stomach churn, but there was no time for hesitation. I scrambled to my feet, running for the sword he had brought with him. My fingers wrapped around its hilt just as the wolf’s growl return
