Chapter 2

I run, I run madly.

Edward stayed behind to protect me until he saw me running into the forest. He came back to help us father.

The long skirt hindered my speed; without thinking much, I tore off the bottom of the dress and threw it aside; everything seemed a little better.

But because I was in such a hurry, I didn't notice that a trap was soon placed ahead. When my foot stepped on the animal trap, it clamped down on my leg, and blood flowed out. I couldn't help but scream; I didn't know someone had heard it, and they would soon come and arrest me.

I gritted my teeth, sweat dripping from my forehead. I tried to pull the trap out, but its sharp teeth were dug deep into my calf. The more it exerted its force, the tighter it tightened as if it wanted to crush my bones.

I was so helpless that I burst into tears. Why do these things happen? I should have been gathering around family and friends to celebrate my birthday, then eagerly waiting for my wolf to show up. But now, everything has surpassed my imagination.

The pain caused my strength to be quickly drained; I fell asleep without knowing it myself.

I woke up because I heard people talking in my ear; I tried to open my eyes to ask for help.

My emotions burst when I saw the person standing before me was our Beta Albert. It's impressive; I'm sure he's here to save me.

"I followed the scent of blood and came here; you look miserable, Orabella. What makes you this impulsive?" Albert squatted down to assess my situation, then clicked his tongue when he saw my leg bleeding profusely. "Ah, caught in the animal trap?"

My face was white, and I mumbled like a dying man. "Help me..."

Albert raised an eyebrow and nodded. "Of course, I have to save you; you are the little princess of our revered Alpha. Let me take you to see your father; how do you feel?"

I happily asked again. "Is my father still safe?"

"Of course." Albert pursed his lips, but I was so overwhelmed by the joy that I didn't see the malice on his face.

Albert ordered the soldiers to use a tool to pry the trap off my leg and bandage it to stop the bleeding. He asked a man to carry me, but I refused. I don't like intimate touch by strangers, which makes me uncomfortable, so I choose to walk.

The road I walked was deserted. Bombs blew up houses. Bodies piled up in the streets, not only the people of the Blue River but also the enemies. The blood had not yet dried, clinging to the soles of my shoes, making my chest roll up with nausea.

I thought Albert would lead me to the bunker to reunite with his family, but instead, he led me back to the restaurant where the war started. However, I trusted Albert without asking much; he was my father's confidant for many years and would never betray us.

And my faith was shattered when I saw Albert commanding someone to hold my hands tight, and he walked over, stooping to a young man. "Alpha Clement, I have a gift for you. See if she suits you?"

My ears wanted to explode; I was so shocked that I couldn't say anything.

Dark Moon Pack's Alpha Clement? My body trembled; I'd never felt so scared. Why did such a scary person come to our Pack? Although I have never left Blue River or met Clement, I have heard more or less about him. He was a madman, a power maniac to the point of authoritarianism. And as long as it is what he wants, he will use all means to get it, no matter the price.

Clement raised an eyebrow, and his eyes were as sharp as a fox's on me. He looked up and down my body as if he hadn't missed a single detail. Even his expensive clothes couldn't hide his despicable aura, his eyes exuding a lust that was hard to hide.

"Who is she?" Clement showed interest and leaned in close to me. "Really beautiful."

Albert smiled flatly; standing before Clement, he could only wag his tail like a dog trying to please his master. "She is Alpha Clinton's daughter, the prettiest girl in our Pack. Now I give her to you; I hope you will care for me later."

Clement smiled faintly without replying; he took a step forward, and I limped back a step. For some reason, when I stood before him, I couldn't help but tremble; he had an indescribable danger.

When I saw his hand stick up, he wanted to touch me; I screamed and pushed his hand away with all my strength. "Don't touch me!"

Clement was slightly surprised by my strong reaction; my push didn't work as well as his, and his foot didn't even move a millimeter.

"At first, I thought it was just a sick cat, but it turned out to be very personality and aggressive. I like girls like this; I allow you to stay by my side as my mistress." Clement spoke confidently, like I would agree, as soon as I heard him say it.

Seeing me stubbornly not replying, Albert also spoke up. "Orabella, I advise you to stay awake; the current situation of the Pack, you have already seen it. It's a privilege to be allowed by Alpha Clement to be with him; it's better to get down on your knees and give thanks than to resist foolishly."

The sky was dark; the wind howled fiercely, and it was so cold that it was nothing compared to the human heart.

My eye sockets were bloodshot; I angrily pointed at Albert’s face and scolded him. "Shut up! A treacherous dog like you has no right to talk to me. Disgusting, sooner or later God will punish you, you will never have a good ending."

Albert had no shame; he smiled freely and waved his hand. "Stop talking about the future; the present is much more important. The wise are the smart ones. Haven't you heard this saying?"

"Bastard!" I gritted my teeth, my fists clenched so tight that my precious fingernails made my palms bleed, but I didn't mind; I just wanted to kill these bastards immediately.

But I know, with my weak strength now no match for them, I cautiously stepped back to assess the situation.

Even though the wound on my leg hurt like it was about to crack, I still forced myself to run away; only by escaping from this place would I have a chance to take revenge.

I had foreseen the situation like Clement would send someone to arrest me, but he stood motionless, watching me struggle to hide.