Gideon
Adrenaline had barely faded from my system before it spiked again.
“Dad!” I met Seren’s wide eyes, then we took off running. I had to weave through awakening hybrids, injured warriors, and the chaos our battle with Mikhail had left in its wake. I used my powers to clear rubble, to reroute water, to put out fires as I went. My sister kept pace beside me, scanning the crowd, until finally she pointed.
“There! With Finlay! And Mom!” Her voice cracked.
It barely registered that Duncan and Cora were behind us. I needed to see for myself that my father was still alive, that I hadn’t inherited the kingdom before it was mine to rule. I skidded to a stop in front of him, hitting my knees as I took in his pale face and closed eyes.
“Is he…?” I croaked.
Mom shook her head vigorously.
