Chapter 153

**Ronan's POV**

The Shadow Council attacked us at the portal.

Thirteen ancient beings. All fury and darkness. All wanting blood for what we'd done to their king.

"You cannot leave," Lady Nyx hissed. Her voice like winter wind. "The Shadow Queen belongs here. This realm is her birthright."

Evangeline stood in front of the swirling portal. Power crackling around her hands. Still weak from fighting Silas. But defiant.

*Always defiant.*

"I ...