The Lost Princes Part 1

It all came back to him again but maybe because he recalled how everything went downhill after that visit, he could not dodge the next attack. Rhys landed with a thud against the tree and he felt fresh blood trickle down from his forehead.

"It is a shame, but I think I should end this quickly before you cause more problems in the future. Initially, I only intended to cripple you and bring you back to her so she could decide your fate but." His gaze dimmed. "You still look at me with such disobedience and arrogance."

Before Kain could strike his blade a flash of black hair appeared before him. It was not Lyn but it was somebody else he was familiar with. The perfect example of a noble lady, graceful and intelligent, a beauty too. But right now those traits of a noble lady were overshadowed by the strength she displayed.

Gabrielle blocked the blade with her bare hands.

You know Rhys, Gabrielle is so strong! I want to be like her.