Chapter Fifty-Seven: It's Done
Lyla POV:
My heart felt like it was being ripped apart as I absorbed the monstrous nature of Noah's plan. The ritual, the blood, the forced bond—every word he spoke was a dagger into my soul, tearing at the fabric of who I was and who I was meant to be with.
"So this ritual of yours," I hissed, struggling to keep my voice steady, "it's supposed to replace the fated mate bond I have with Cameron and Samual, with a forced bond to you?"
Noah's eyes gleamed with malevolent delight.
"Exactly, mi cara. You catch on quick. You see, it's the perfect plan. Your blood is special. You're an Eternal Wolf, with abilities akin to gods—strength, speed, healing—powers that would make anyone invincible. And once we are bonded, that invincibility will extend to me."
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