Chapter 8

My stepfather left me a great deal of wealth. My mother chose a secluded estate in the countryside, nestled among the most picturesque hills. It was shielded by powerful wards and guarded by a small team of loyal wolf sentinels. She assured me, with unwavering conviction, that Aiden Blackwood would never find me there. For an entire week, I lived in quiet peace. Just as I’d expected, Aiden Blackwood didn’t come after me. But he called. He used a disposable encrypted line. I thought it...