CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND TWO – WHAT IS THE PRICE?

As she made her way back to the mansion, Anna's mind raced with possibilities. The idea of changing werewolf society from within was both thrilling and terrifying. But could she really turn her back on Erik and the life they were building together? The lights of the mansion came into view, and Anna paused at the edge of the forest, looking at the grand structure that had become her home. She thought of Erik, probably wondering where she'd gone. She thought of the baby growing inside her, a symbol of their love and the future they'd planned. "What am I getting myself into?" she whispered to the night air. With a deep breath, Anna squared her shoulders and walked towards the mansion. She had a lot to think about before tomorrow night. Whatever she decided, she knew her life was about to change once again. The question was, would it be for better or for worse? As she reached the front door, Anna's hand unconsciously went to her pocket, feeling the outline of the wooden token. It felt