Ember
"Dad, please, I love him," I begged as I fought against the hold of my mother's arms.
"Ember, his family has caused us enough pain," my father's hand began to glow green.
"Mom, do something, anything," I pleaded, looking over my shoulder at her. When she shook her head, I released my magic. I loved them both and was thankful they were alive, but I love Nathan.
My mother let me go, and my father stumbled back, away from my mate. I jumped in front of Nathan, ready to protect him with my life.
"I love you, but I can't let you kill the man I love."
"You would betray your family, your blood, for this traitor?" My father exclaimed.
"He didn't hurt you. His father did. Nathan has been nothing but kind to me. Even after I threatened his sister, he has protected me and I will do the s
