Eldric’s POV

My heart thudded painfully as I wrapped my hand around Lyanna’s neck. I didn’t want to hurt her, but it was the only way I knew to protect her.

How could such an innocent girl get trapped with someone like me?

“Don’t even think about whatever’s going on in your head, it’s not going to work,” I spat, forcing the words out as I turned and walked out of the lake, leaving her behind bare, trembling, and dejected.

I hated myself for it, but I needed to jolt her back ...