Moira's POV

Lucas's refusal hangs in the sanctuary air like a death sentence. The witches watch our family drama unfold with professional patience while Maya's life slips away with each passing moment.

"Fine." I step away from both my mates, moving toward the ritual circle. "Then I'll do it without your permission."

"Moira, don't." Logan's voice carries warning, but I'm already inside the stone circle, my hands hovering over the resonance ...