Chains of Deception

MAEVIA

Pain settled behind my eyes as I slowly drifted back into consciousness. My body felt heavy, and every breath reminded me of the strange herb that had stolen the strength from my wolf.

I forced my eyes open and found nothing but darkness around me. The air smelled of damp stone and old wood that had been left untouched for years.

When I tried to move, cold iron tightened around my wrists. T