Chapter 176: Jax: The Most Ridiculous Plan Ever

"But you have to know we've gone over this so many times, and we just don't see any other option," Sophie added.

"Just tell us," Piper said.

"The king has an offer." Sophie shifted so she was standing directly in front of Piper, but Sophie's attention was on both of us. "He's willing to allow me to rescind your banishment and let you return to the coven in exchange for Jax's life."

"Absolutely not!" Piper jerked her hand from mine, her fingers curling into fists. "How could you even think I'd consider that?"

A wave of heat surrounded Piper, and I took a step back. Sophie, however, didn't so much as flinch.

"I will not sacrifice Jax's life so I can go back to mine." Piper's voice was as sharp as broken glass and icy cold. "The only way this ends is with our deaths, both of ours" - she returned to my side and took my hand in hers - "or the king's death."