Chapter 45

  Tess

  My heart thumps wildly in my chest as I sneak out of the mansion and out into the night.I can’t believe I’m going against my own Alpha and Luna.It’s forbidden—crazy,even—but I can’t let Freddy die.He saved my life,and now I have to return the favor.No matter the cost,even if it means breaking all the rules and risking everything.

  The light of the moon illuminates the path and the petals of the flowers on the ground.My nightgown flutters in the breeze,and I feel the oversized jeans jacket Lily lent me almost swallowing me within its embrace.

  Do I even look presentable?

  My black hair is a mess;not combed or cared for in any way.No makeup has graced my face tonight,probably making me look as ugly as I feel…But none of that should matter because I’m not going on a date.I’m just going to save Freddy.

  ...so why am I worried that he won’t find me pretty?