Dread of what was to come formed deep within me. I sensed Lucas’ resentment and my father’s conflict over his love for Derek and his love for power. I sensed the growing strength of the hunters. But more than anything, I sensed the intensity of emotion Derek held for Sofia. My brother had unknowingly chosen his mate. All that was left now was for her to prove herself worthy of such a place. I’d never felt more unsure of what the future held than I did at that moment. But there was one thing I knew for certain: Blood would be shed.
