While everyone was still reeling from Violet's appearance, a loud growl suddenly erupted from behind the crowd.
Heads snapped around instantly and a path was created as Griffin Hale burst through the wolves at frightening speed.
Even Asher and Alaric visibly tensed at the sight of him charging straight toward Violet. There was more reason to protect her now than ever before.
Yet neither of them moved to stop him. Perhaps it was the Matebond between them all, but deep down, they trusted Griffin would never hurt her.
Still, watching a mountain of a man sprint toward Violet like an unleashed beast was terrifying enough on its own.
"Oh shit," Violet muttered, mentally bracing herself.
That was all the preparation she managed before Griffin reached her. One second her feet were firmly planted on the ground, the next, she was snatched clean off them.
