Rhea’s POV

Gasps rippled through the crowd as his body dropped to the floor with a thud. Some people screamed, stumbling back as their screams filled the air.

For a moment, I froze. The world stilled then shattered. My heart hammered against my chest so much it ached. My chest tightened, the scent of fear hit me like copper as eyes widened around me.

“Father!” Kieran shouted, his voice raw and broken. I watched in pain as he gathered him into his arms, crimson liquid soaking his ...