Noah POV Clarkson mind linked me, and I could hear the fear in his voice. “Noah! He’s coming right up to the front of the castle! Get over here.” His voice quivered. “I’m on my way, Clarkson; just stand strong I’ll be their bro.” I felt his sigh of relief. “Hurry, Noah! There are too many of them. Have you found....?” His voice trailed off, not wanting to say her name. “No. But I will be there.” I closed the mind link. Me and then Mark skidded to a stop. He met my eyes. “I’ll find her, lad. You go distract him.” I had no idea how he had known. “He’s going to use her against me, old man. I won’t let him.” “You’ve got more power than you think, Noah. Believe that. The moon goddess chose you for a reason.” I nodded, not believing it for a second. He’s going to ki