Chapter 7

I never wanted Gideon to overwork himself.

So I always hunted by myself.

The second I walked in, Clara let go of Gideon’s hand.

Before I could even say a word, tears were already filling her eyes.

“Selena, I know I shouldn’t have trained with Gideon behind your back. But my wolf spirit is weak, and Gideon is so powerful... I just couldn't help myself.”

I heard Clara had thrown away that nameless stone the day she took it.

By now, whatever spirit was inside it was probably long gone.

Gideon saw Clara crying. His face softened.

He turned to me with irritation.

“Why can’t you just be kinder to Clara? Am I not even allowed to have friends now?”

I looked at Clara’s tear-streaked face.

My heart softened. And I nodded. I forgave her.

Clara’s sad little face immediately lit up.

“Selena, you’re the best.”

Then she clung to Gideon’s arm.

Her voice turned sweet and soft.

“Great. Selena said yes, I can come see you every day now.”

Something felt wrong.

I was about to speak, but before I could,

Gideon smiled—softly, almost tenderly.

“You can come whenever you want. Maybe my so-called master can learn something from you.”

I had never seen Gideon smile like that before.

I just stood there. Stunned.