Chapter 35. The Mysterious Rescuer.

Evelyn.

The evening sun began it's descent in the sky, casting a golden glow over the palace grounds. I stood at the edge of the grand courtyard, my heart still racing from the events that had unfolded just moments ago, my body humming with a dozen different emotions that I couldn't decipher. The memory of the mysterious wolf, my savior, lingered in my mind like a haunting melody, one I could never shake off even if I tried.

I took a deep breath, trying to steady my trembling hands. The strange wolf had carried me to safety, dropping me at the edge of the palace before disappearing into the forest once more. I had wanted to thank it, to express my gratitude for saving me from those vile men, but the words had caught in my throat, lost in the rush of emotions that flooded my being.

Stunned, I watched as the wolf vanished into the depths of the forest, its sleek form blending seamlessly with the shadows. It was as if it had never been there, as if it were a figment of my imagination. Bu