27: Soren's sacrifice

"Your Highness," he called out.

Javier's blood boiled at the sound of Adnan's voice. The voice of the last person he wanted to see. He didn't have to look up to know where Adnan stood. A murderous glint played at his eyes.

A life for a life. Adnan killed Soren, it was only fair that he returns the favor. Javier twisted his hand in the water. "Argh," Adnan choked. Lifted off the ground and levitated in the air.

Adnan struggled to breathe or let out a word. Javier concentrated his energy on his hand and continued to wring Adnan's neck. His mind drifted to the sight when Soren's soul shattered into pieces. His movements wavered and Adnan dropped to the ground.

His breath hitched as fresh tears streamed down his cheeks. The pain inside his chest made it hard for him to focus on Adnan.