Zephyr's heart thrummed in his chest. He'd never really thought about dying, especially not while in transition, but here he was being told that he could face a transformation phase that could take his life.
What does that even imply? His fingers curled into fists, eyes fixed on Michael. “I don't care how serious it gets, I am sure I'll pass, but right now, I have other important stuff to take care of.”
“What do you mean?” Michael’s eyes hardened. “Have you been listening to a word I've been saying? You need to train.”
“No,” Zephyr cut in. Heat seared in his eyes. “Right now the lady I love is in a coma, and I have to do all I can to protect her,” He paused, eyes trailing off a second. He didn't know he could admit that he loved Sylvia out loud. He wasn't sure of what he was saying, b
