CAELAN I stood frozen, my eyes locked onto Isla's as she rejected me. The wolf bond between us pulsed with energy, but she refused to acknowledge it. My ego stung, hurt by her rejection. A spark of anger ignited within me, and I felt a sudden urge to force her to accept me. I'd show her the power of the wolf bond, make her submit to my will. A sly smile spread across my face as I said, "We'll see about that." My eyes glowed red, and I reached out to grab her hand. My aura flared, radiating an intense, primal energy. I wanted Isla to fear me, to tremble before my power. I'd make her see that I wasn't someone to be trifled with. As I held her hand, I could feel her pulse racing. She was scared, and I reveled in it. My grip tightened, and I pulled her closer, my eyes burning with intensi