Unfettered

Samantha wiped sweat from her brow, her body still aching from the last round. If she thought sparring with Marcus or Kai had been difficult, nothing compared to the absolute mind game that was training against Callum.

The ex-Overseer wasn't just powerful—he was tricky, his tactics an unpredictable blend of mischief, ruthlessness, and maybe millenia of experience. Worse, he was having way too much fun messing with her.

She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. Think, Samantha. He wants you to react emotionally. Don't give him what he wants.

Callum stretched lazily across from her, cracking his neck as if he wasn't the least bit tired. "Alright, little hybrid. Ready for another round?"

She narrowed her eyes. "I'd rather throw you off a cliff."

Callum grinned. "Romantic."

Marcus sighed. "Can we focus?"