Aurora hit the floor hard as Malakai's Beta roughly dropped her after she bit him on the back.
She scrambled to her feet, her breathing ragged, bracing herself for the blow she knew was coming.
The Beta raised his hand, fury glinting in his eyes, but before he could strike, a deep growl echoed through the corridor.
“Stop that,” came the voice, firm and commanding.
The Beta froze, his head snapping toward the source of the voice. His eyes widened when he recognized Cedric, the Beta of the Hunter pack—Marcus’s Beta.
Stories of Cedric’s ferocity and skill in battle were legendary. He wasn’t a wolf to trifle with, and Malakai’s Beta knew it.
Cedric stepped closer, his imposing presence radiating authority. “Is this how you treat your omega?” His voice was low and dangerous, sending a c
