Naomi's Pov

"S-Sebastian," I stammered, my voice barely audible.

Lucian felt a jolt of surprise and anger. Sebastian? He was obviously Drek's assistant, the one who seemed so charming and harmless? I couldn't believe it.

Lucian held me closer, trying to process this new information.

"What happened?" He asked, his voice low and urgent.

My sobs intensified, and I could feel my body trembling in Lucian's arms. I held him tightly as my eyes scanned the room again.

Lucian was trying ...