Mercedes raised a barrier around Alvira, trapping Drakoen and herself in it. The air shimmered with a ripple above them. No one would make it out unless one of them died. She knew that everyone would not stay put once the fight between Drakoen and her started and would attempt to interfere. To keep them out, a barrier was needed. She was not going to make it out until Drakoen was dead. Mercedes was in the air gathering more of the White Wolves' remaining energy into her body. Even though she ...