Serina I knew the golden-haired Noble was out for blood. But kidnapping me and dragging me through the realm was not on my to-do list. I had not eaten for days, and he gave me just enough water to keep me alive, But so I couldn't run. Had Cassy made it out? Was she home and safe? Did Pyruss manage to repair Tarrin? So many questions and what-ifs. It's all pointless now. I had been chained to a tree while Golden Head lit the fire for the night; I had learned the chain was enchanted shortly after he had caught me. It wrapped around my wrists and took my magic away from me, the mating bond I had shared with Hunter with it. I was powerless and couldn't change. He had thrown me naked into the river and dressed me in villagers' rags, my scent changing with them. Clearly making sure Hunter

