Page 35 of Sevan

The sound of Christian’s voice should have been music to her ears, but not now. Not when Samson was so close. The last time they’d been face to face, Christian almost lost his battle to remain on the side of good.

“Ah, if it isn’t my baby brother.” Samson pinned her even harder. “Tell me, do you think you are finally strong enough to defeat me?”

“Not alone, but together with my new friend, I think we will manage just fine,” Christian said.

New friend?

Something growled, its voice deep, making the ground around her vibrate.

That wasn’t a panther. No. That was a lion.

“Sevan!”

Instantly, Samson was thrown clear of her body. As Lorelei tried to roll over, the pain in her leg reached new levels, causing her to bite her lip as tears dripped down her cheeks.

A ringing started in her ears and a light tingling sensation surrounded her. “Sleep, Lorelei. Sleep. All will end well here. I promise. I will watch over them all.”

She shook her head. “Stegian can control animals and Christian can’t—”

“Lorelei, Samson is no longer a threat. Christian saw to that.”

The news did nothing to calm her. It broke her heart knowing Christian had to be the one to stop his brother.

Jacquelyn sighed. “Had anyone else taken Samson’s life, Christian would have forever hated them. He knew deep down that he had no choice. And Stegian doesn’t seem to be able to control Sevan, regardless of what form he’s in. That man is stubborn, sister. A perfect match for you.”

The soothing sound of Jacquelyn’s voice coaxed her into a relaxed state, allowing much needed rest to occur.

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