Lycan's Prey by Jessica Hall

Chapter 202

“Can’t catch me, Aubrey!” Max calls over his shoulder, zigzagging between flowerbeds.

A growl rumbles in my chest, the thrill of the chase singing in my veins. I’m closing in, my movements fluid and predatory. Just a little closer….

Suddenly, strong arms wrap around my waist, yanking me backward. I snarl, twisting in the iron grip.

“Aubrey, stop!” Soren’s voice cuts through the haze. “You need to calm down, now!”

I struggle against him, my eyes still fixed on Max’s retreating form. “Let me go! I have to–I need to-”

“Look at yourself!” Soren commands, spinning me to face him. His eyes are wide with alarm.

“What?” I snap, confusion momentarily overtaking the urge to chase. “Why are you-”

hand to my face. “Your canines, Aubrey. And your claws.”

my fingertips. I run my tongue

god,” I whisper, the reality of what’s

over me.

Chapter 202

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members watching from the patio, their faces at mix of fear and fascination. Maribel stands at the front, her hands

silence. “Aubrey? Why’d you stop playing?” He trots

I don’t feel well, Max,” I

the few staff members and now guard, they part like water, their eyes wide and wary. I catch a glimpse

she begins, her voice soft

I can’t bear to face her kindness right now. I shake my head

as I climb the stairs. Monster. I’m a monster. The image of my claws, the feeling of my sharp teeth, the primal urge to hunt Max–it all swirls in my head, making me feel sick.

room, slamming the door behind me only for Soren to burst through it a moment later and I take him in. His hands lift in the same placating gesture as Maribel’s