Defend Me

Hailee's POV

I was just about to go to bed when I heard voices downstairs. It sounded like Mom was arguing with some men, and it made me worry. Who could it be at this hour? It was late… far too late for visitors. Concerned for Mom's safety, I quickly threw on a robe and stepped out of my room. As I reached the top of the stairs, her sharp voice carried up to me.

"Hailee would never do that!" she yelled, full of anger and fear.

But before she could say anything more, they all noticed my presence. Every head turned towards me. That's when I realized the men standing there were guards from the pack house—Stephen and Tony.

Tony stepped forward, his expression unreadable.

"Hailee, you have to come with us… the Alpha demands your presence."

I frowned and continued descending the stairs. When I reached the bottom, I crossed my arms, my heart pounding.

"Why?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady, not wanting to show my fear.