Silas's POV
I grabbed Kael's hand and stood up. The wolf was still lying on the ground, but we knew the moment we moved, he would come after us.
Without wasting time, we dashed toward the desk where Velric was sitting.
But just as we were about to reach him, the wolf suddenly sprang to his feet and let out a deafening howl.
His deep, guttural growl echoed through the entire hospital, sending shivers down my spine.
I risked a glance behind us. The wolf was only a few meters away. And then—he jumped.
I knew that once he leaped, he would attack someone—me or Kael. And Velric was right there. I had no time to think, no time to react logically. My instincts kicked in.
I grabbed the kid and pulled him into my arms, shielding him with my body. If that wolf was going to bite, then let it be me. As long as Velric was safe.
Tightly shutting my eyes, I screamed, "Run, Kael!"