Angela's mind was racing. She didn't want to hurt Xavier, but it felt like the only way to escape this mess. If the Alphas saw her like this—with claws and hair on her hands—it would bring nothing but trouble.
She started moving slowly toward Xavier, hoping to find a way to stop him from saying anything. But before she could do anything, Renn's voice echoed through the field. He sounded furious.
"Is he bothering you again?" Renn growled, walking toward Xavier with deadly steps. The energy around him changed. Angela felt it. He was using his primal power. Without thinking twice, Renn's fist slammed into Xavier's jaw. Before Xavier could fall, Renn grabbed his collar and pulled him back up. He wasn't done yet.
Angela kept her hands hidden behind her back. Her body was shaking. There was no way she could stop Renn without risking everything. If she stepped in now, Xavier might open his mouth and say what he saw. That couldn't happen.
