Chapter 186:Shadow King's Wrath

(Scarlett's POV) My heart pounded against my ribs as I crouched deeper into the bushes. The thorns scratched my skin, but I barely felt the sting. I was too focused on the approaching headlights cutting through the darkness. Darian's silver car pulled up just yards from my hiding spot. I held my breath, praying he couldn't somehow sense my presence through our non-existent "promised mate" bond he kept insisting upon. The car doors opened. Darian stepped out first, his tall figure silhouetted against the headlights. Ryan Hayes and three other enforcers flanked him. Even from this distance, I could feel the rage emanating from him in almost tangible waves. "She's close," Darian growled, his amber eyes scanning the area. "The phone signal is coming from right here." I cursed silently. I should have ditched the stolen phone instead of keeping it. But I'd needed it to contact Roman. "Spread out," Darian ordered his men. "Find her. Now." The rogue wolves fanned out, their movements pr