Tavin’s limbs felt heavy, covered in cold sweat. Chalea’s offer was serious. Should he leave? It would mean abandoning his home, even if there was no one close to him still there. He didn’t want to, but if he didn’t, it would mean putting himself in certain danger. He was barely able to do anything with his gift, and he wasn’t looking into being thrown into the thick of a fight between experienced Bloodsold.

He took a deep breath, feeling the cool mountain air fill his lungs. ...