章 39: Chapter 39: Barely Even a Pawn

*William*

“Don’t shift,” William implored Brynn as he was hauled painfully to his feet. “Whatever happens, Brynn. Do. Not. Shift. You will be okay. It will all be okay. Just don’t shift.”

“William,” Brynn choked. Her voice, so vulnerable as she called his name, ripped his heart in two. The fire in her eyes was gone – doused by the fearful tears already spilling down her cheeks.

Again, she tried to come to him. He struggled to close the distance, wanting nothing more than to take her in his arms. But of course, he couldn’t. Not with the silver chains digging into his wrists, seeping poison into his flesh.

“Oh, I don’t think so,” Anthony chuckled, turning his demented eyes on Brynn. “I think we’ll keep the two of you separated for now. I’m not sure the Alpha would like the way he’s looking at you, sweet thing.”