Lyanna’s POVI stepped away from him, fear coiling tight in my chest, terrified that he might actually hurt me. I couldn’t afford to be weak or crippled, not if I wanted even the slightest chance of escaping this place. But how could I escape with this monster lurking so close, and with my power sealed away like a curse wrapped around my soul?

“I’m asking you… get away!” he screamed, his steps faltering as he clutched his head like he was fighting something inside himself. I let out ...