Chapter 80

Lucas POV

I stood in the centre of the clearing, leaning against one of the logs and folding my arms. I watched the rogues shift uncomfortably under my glare. They had no reason to trust me, just like I too planned the worst for them after this was over. They were a risk. Something about them was off. I trust my instinct above all else, after this, Sabrina and I would slaughter them.

“These witches aren’t fools,” I started, making sure my tone was controlled. “They will predict each strategy. They’re waiting for me, they know I’ll come for my mate. They will have wards, traps and an army in ambush. We can’t go into their game strong. We rewrite the rules.”

The rogues looked at each other uncomfortably. By not speaking they told their own story—they were unwilling participants, yes, but nonetheless essential.