Chapter 45: Farewell, My Love

“What do you think they are going to do to them?” Reni asked, twisting her hands anxiously.

Arion knew she wanted to be reassured. Arion did too and a part of her was, so that was the part she listened to.

“I think they will be spared, honest.”

“Well, we have a good hunch that Owen will be because of him being your mate and the impression, but what about William? He’s human and…and,” Reni couldn’t bring herself to say the rest.

“And you love him. I think he will be spared too. If not, why would they have taken him here to the holding cells?”

“Maybe because they know he will never leave here alive to tell anyone!” Reni choked back a sob and tried to clear her throat.

Arion walked over to her raven-haired friend.

“I don’t think that’s it, at least, that’s what we have to believe. So far, Father has been considerate and understanding of what is happening. And honestly, so has Dorin and Roderick, which says a lot.”

Reni looked at Arion, her eyes glassy with tears.