WARNING GRAPHIC DETAILS IN THIS CHAPTER
Lukas
“I love you, Lukas,” June’s voice murmured in my head.
And then everything went black.
Only, it wasn’t black for long. There was a split second of darkness, and then a bright golden light blazed beneath my eyelids. On my chest, just above my heart, there was a warmth and a tingling sensation.
Power and strength surged through me, originating from that spot on my chest. The weakness I felt from the poisoned silver on the dagger dissipated, leaving behind a renewed vigor.
A pulse of magic jolted my body, and my eyes sprang open. I stared at the empty space where Juniper had been only moments before.
I knew she had been there, but I didn’t have time for confusion. I had a challenge to win, a usurper to overthrow, and a kingdom to save.
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