Chapter 34: The Trade

Two guards approached Kate to escort her out of the throne room. Thane looked at the guards and said, “If any harm befalls her, if she is manipulated in any way, your lives are forfeit.”

Kate had no intention of going anywhere. Tightening her grip on his arm she said, “Thane, I’m not leaving. We’ll figure something out,”

Thane met her eyes and shook his head. Quietly, he said, “Get Tim to safety first. Remember we came here for him, he needs you now.” Thane grinned and put his hand under her chin. “I’ll be waiting for you.”

She allowed herself to be escorted away by the guards and watched Thane until they closed the doors to the throne room.

Kate was taken far below the ground floor of the castle and at one point was wondering if they meant to throw her in a cell, as it would be impossible for anyone to hear her if she screamed.