174 Truths … L ( Nymeris ) Nymeriss foot thundered through the pack house as we took the steps four at a time .


    I could feel the raw anger coursing through her as we charged toward the East Wing of the pack house .


    The Omegas and other packhouse staff yelp ! as she navigated through them , because of her speed , she literally had everyone falling to the ground .


    I felt myself being pushed back into the recesses of Nymeriss mind as if she didnt want to have anything to do with me again .


    The sudden dominance of our shared bond was both exhrating and terrifying .


    My mind raced as I tried to reach out to her , regain control , and calm her down , but I didnt know the first things about calming an angry wolf .


    No one taught me because they dismissed me as wolfless .


    Now , I wish I had learned a thing or two or opened up to someone sooner .


    Nymeris , stop ! Please , listen to me ! I pleaded within our bond .


    Lets think about this , about the consequences of our actions .


    Please … But Nymeris growled in response , replying to me immediately .


    She lied to us .


    Deceived us .


    We trusted her , and I thought she loved you , but I was wrong about it .


    Do you know how it was for me these past few days ? I am not meant to be suppressed .


    As if the one Ive suffered for nearly a decade is not enough .


    She will answer for it .


    Her anger seemed to grow a notch .


    I could feel the tidal wave of betrayal and hurt that threatened to drown them both .


    I understood it gods , how could I not ? The pearl around my neck , the one I thought was a piece of jewellery , had been a lie .


    The East Wing was in view now .


    I could see the grand doors leading to it in the light of the corridors .


    I wanted to write everything off as a mistake from Nannys side .


    She would never hurt me , would she ? But a still small voice at the back of my mind couldnt help but think .


    Why had she lied ? What reason could she possibly have to hide the pearl that suppressed Nymeris ? Most importantly , how did she know ? I didnt tell her about my wolf .


    I had only informed Ramsey a few minutes ago .


    So , it couldnt have been him who told her .


    What else did she know about me that she was hiding ? If Nanny knows , who else does ? The questions churned in my mind , but one truth stood out above the rest I was terrified of what Nymeris might do .


    Nymeris , please , dont hurt her .


    There must be an exnation .


    Lets just talk to her first .


    Im sure theres a reason .


    Nymeriss thoughts filtered to me again , crashing like lightning bolts .


    BETRAYAL LIES .


    NO MORE .


    I am done , L .


    I cant take it anymore .


    I wont stand her and watch everyone treat us like were dumb .


    It ends today .


    I tried to cry out for help but in this form , Nymeris was in control and I had no voice .


    174 Truths … As we moved past my room , heading towards the High Priestesss room , a sense of dread filled me .


    Nymeris didnt slow .


    With a ferrous leap , she mmed her forelegs against the door of from the impact .


    Mother Lioras room , causing it to fly open That was only when she stopped .


    Everyone turned and was staring at us now .


    Mother Lioras room was filled with a warm , golden glow , illuminated by the light of several candles .


    Mother Liora herselfy unconscious on the bed .


    Her face was pale and serene .


    Beside her was Nanny , sping her hands with her eyes equally closed and muttering some words .


    Standing around the bed was a half circle of the other priestess , all dressed in their ceremonial robes .


    The heavy scent of herbs filled the air , and intricate patterns of crystals adorned the floor -it felt as though Nymeris and I had interrupted something important .


    Then , Nanny suddenly turned , her eyes meeting with us and immediately , I saw her froze .


    Her hand went limp as she rose to her feet in slow motion , her eyes wide with fear , but not from us .


    She was afraid of something else .


    Nymeris snarled , baring her teeth with Nanny in her vision .


    Her growl vibrated through the room and the unmistakable sound of pure rage and hurt followed , showing she didnte here to y .


    The priestesses immediately drew back in shock , grabbing each other .


    Only Nanny remained rooted in ce , her face still drained of colour as she continued to star Nymeris , please … Please , I appealed to her again .


    If you have any iota of love and respect for me , youd listen to me , turn back and I promise well find out soon .


    Please , I beg you .


    She ignored me , scratching her foot as she slowly advanced towards Nanny .


    One priestess, a younger woman with wide frightened eyes , took a hesitant step back and gasped .


    Its a two tailed wolf .


    Its impossible … how can this be ? My heart sank .


    I have seen Nymeris and I know she was beautiful , plus the two tail wolf indeed .


    But something about the priestesss words , about the way everyone was looking at us with a mixture of fear and awe , made Nymeris angrier and made me sceptical .


    Was this the kind of reaction theyre supposed to have ? Why were they afraid of me ? Nannys expression shifted , melting into a soft smile .


    Please … she took a step towards Nymeris , who was still snarling .


    Im sorry .


    At her apology , Nymeris took a threatening step forward , her eyes zing with fury .


    Miriam , one of the older priestesses ventured .


    Do you know the wolf ? Quick , we must try to bind her .


    Shes angry .


    No ! Miriam shook her head and took another step closer .


    Let me talk to her .


    Please .


    Shes a two tailed wolf and angry , Miriam .


    Are you trying to kill yourself ? Quick , ask the warriors toe .


    We alone cannot bind her Priestess , Diana shouted .


    174 Truths ….


    Two of the apprentice priestesses rushed to the door , but Nanny closed it with a flick of her hand as she turned cold eyes to Priestess Diana .


    Didnt you hear me ? Let me talk to her .


    Shes not harming anyone and , if anything , she came for me .


    She came for you ? Priestess Diana scoffed .


    This is forbidden within these walls .


    If the Leader … Lycan The Lycan Leader would only know if its reported to him and if any of you want to die first , please go ahead and snitch .


    Nannys eyes were zing with annoyance .


    I cant wait to make an example out of you all .


    Then turning back to us , she went on her knees , raising her hands towards Nymeris as if beckoning her .


    Nymeris , she murmured , with a quiet smile .


    Please ,e … listen to me .


    Instead , she received another snarl .


    How did Nanny know her name ? I didnt tell her ? I didnt even tell Ramsey when I had told him earlier .


    Suddenly , Mother Liora stirred and all the Priestesses gasped with shock as she struggled to sit up in her bed .


    Her eyes scanned the room , finally falling on Nymeris .


    So , she said , her voice barely above a whisper , The seal has finally broken .


    Seal ? What seal ? I pushed the question through our bond , but Nymeris , focused solely on Nanny , coiled her body , ready to spring.


    I know youre angry , Nanny continued , You have every right to be .


    But theres so much you dont understand so much and all Ive ever wanted is to protect you from them .


    If the White Moon Council should know of your existence , they will hunt you and have her killed .


    I dont need your protection ! Nymeris exploded , though it came out as another disgruntled.


    growl .


    You lied ! Nymeris , please , control yourself , I begged again .


    This isnt the way ! But Nymeris wasnt backing down .


    Slowly and deliberately , she paced toward Nanny , eyes fixed on Nanny , refusing to let go .


    You dont know this , but it was a two tailed wolf that killed the former Lycan Leader and his mate .


    They were considered taboo because they werent creations of the goddess .


    Theyre formed when two unlikely pairse together .


    They attacked the former Lycan Leader and his wife , killing them right on their bed , Nanny said .


    But they said it was a rogue attack ? One priestess asked .


    People say that to hide the truth because its shameful that they were killed in the pack house .


    If they had exposed the truth , everyone would live in fear , Nanny replied .


    I know because it was I and Mother Liora who performed the burial rites and did the cleansing .


    That was thest thing I did with her before I left .


    Mother Liora , who had gotten up now , nodded .


    174 Truths … If Elder Eldric finds out that theres a two tailed wolf here , hell hunt her down like he did them thest time .


    There was a time when the appearance of a two tailed wolf was considered a blessing and … I felt Nymeris stoop , her hackles rising , ready for an attack .


    Nanny was right in front of her .


    Nymeris ! I screamed through our bond .


    She leapt …