Cassius’s POV

I was relieved when I was told that Avery was awake, and even more so, once Enya guaranteed a full recovery. However, I was a bit rattled when Clint told me that she remembered everything. The sheer agony that she must have endured alone would be enough to break anyone, human or dragon. Avery must be stronger than I have ever given her credit for.

I sigh, as I stare at my ceiling. I have tried to break her spirit in an effort to uplift my own. I have been such an evil, ...