Saving her from the monster's claw

Nik's pov

I tossed and turned in my bed for the hundredth time trying to get comfortable but it made me more uncomfortable. The sheets were tangled around me, sticking to my sweaty body like wet cotton. I felt so restless which didn't usually happen very often.

Pulling the sheets from my body, I stood up and poured myself a cup of water. I downed it but I still didn't feel any better. I donned my clothes and strode out of my room into the dimly lit hallway.

Maybe a breath of fresh air would help me calm down the tension roiling inside me. I knew just the right place to go to.

"Alpha Nik." Two guards who were stationed by my quarters greeted me.

I acknowledged them with a nod and strode out of the house. The cool evening air was refreshing on my skin. I walked towards the tower. When Emily was alive, we cherished the spot so much.

However, since her death, I had not stepped there for months. Maybe it was finally time to do that. Inhaling the brisk air, I ascended the tower and took m