Darius's POV "This wasn't the plan!" I yelled at her, rage coating my voice. I slammed my hands on the table in front of me. Slowly, I walked towards her, and she kept backing away. I saw the worry in her eyes she was terrified, and I was furious. Her back hit the wall, and I grabbed her by the neck. "You are the High Witch of the Myrren Circle. I expect you to be stronger than this," I said, my voice dripping with venom. "I'm sorry... Lord Darius," she said, barely able to speak. "Please... please," she gasped, holding my hands as I tightened my grip. "You promised me all the powers from the death of the Noir coven, but I have nothing!" I slammed her against the wall, then turned away, pacing the room, frustration boiling over. She collapsed to the ground, coughing heavily and clu

