The Alpha's Purchased Slave by Sophia Novel - Chapter 188

Chapter 188 Gina's POV Branches whipped past my face as I sprinted through the forest , deliberately crashing through undergrowth and leaving an obvious traile My arms stung from dozens of small t where thorns and broken branches had sliced my skin , but the pain was worth it . The plan was working ! Behind me , hungry growls echoed through ees . The rogues were following just as I'd intended . Keep moving . Just a little further , Gina ! The forest floor was treacherous , covered in fallen leaves that concealed roots and holes . My lungs burned with each breath , but I couldn't slow down .

Not when I was so close . Suddenly , my foot caught on an exposed root and I went flying forward , slamming hard into the rough bark of an ancient oak . " Damn it , " I muttered , wincing as I touched my shoulder . " That's definitely going to bruise . " I glanced behind me . The sounds of pursuit were growing louder . No time to nurse my wounds. I pushed myself up and started running again , ignoring the throbbing pain in my shoulder . The trees began to thin , revealing my destination - a smoke - filled village at the forest's edge .

I sprinted toward it , feeling a surge of adrenaline as the trap was about to be sprung . Reaching the first building , I pressed my back against the cold stone wall , trying to catch my breath . My heart hammered in my chest as I checked my smart watch . Green dots indicated my team was in position . ' Come out , come out , wherever you are , " a mocking female voice called from the edge of the village . " I know you're here . " I couldn't help the cold smile that spread across my face . Gotcha . I stepped out from my hiding place to face the rogue who'd been hunting me .

Amelia Ashford stood there , her blonde hair cascading down her back like a golden waterfall , emerald eyes glinting with murderous intent . Six transformed werewolves flanked her , their massive bodies tense and ready to attack . " Oh , you finally caught up , " I said , keeping my tone casual despite the danger . Amelia's beautiful face contorted with rage : " You're going to die today . " I rolled my eyes dramatically . " Yeah , yeah . You said that last time too . You've completely lost yourself since you were exiled . Your soul is rotten now .

" A guttural growl escaped her throat , echoed by her companions . " You'll pay with your life for what you've done . " She knows I killed her mate , Logan , but that wasn't entirely my fault . He tried to sexually assault me first ... I still remember when I thought Amelia was my best friend . She was with Logan , but something felt off . His eyes lingered on me when she wasn't looking , a quiet intensity that made my skin prickle . One day , climbing the stairs , I caught him staring up my skirt from below . I let it slide - awkward , but I was already haltway up .