The answering force slammed through Midnight like lightning.
She screamed as black energy erupted from her body in violent waves, shattering the remaining windows across the estate.
Kael grabbed her instantly.
“Midnight!”
Too late.
Something ancient had connected.
Not physically.
Deeper.
The Hollow King threw its head back with a roar that shook the mountain while the chains around its body burned bright crimson.
The shadows in the room surged toward Midnight like living creatures trying to touch their queen.
Wolves staggered backward.
Some dropped to one knee instinctively.
Not submission.
Overwhelming pressure.
Kael planted himself directly in front of Midnight despite it all, silver eyes blazing as he fought against the force pouring from her.
“Stay with me.”
Midnight co
