Chapter 21:Trapped Between Wolves
(Celeste's POV)
The air in Regina's sacred territory was heavier than before, pressing me down. My legs began to tremble as exhaustion bit into my muscles.
The silver scars scattered across my arms seemed to burn anew, as if the weight of the atmosphere targeted them directly.
I tried to steady myself, but it was futile. My knees buckled without warning, and dizziness blanketed my vision.
Before I hit the ground, an iron grip caught me.
Marcus’s hand clamped tightly onto my wrist. His grip was deliberate, crushing against the long-healed silver burns with precision that wasn’t accidental.
Pain flared through my body, but I kept my lips pressed shut, swallowing the cry that fought to escape.
“Careful,” Marcus murmured, his tone syrupy but void of r
