Mira’s POV
I ran.
My heart pounded against my ribs as I pushed my legs as fast as they could go, the sound of claws scraping against marble echoing behind me. Lucian was chasing me. Lucian.
Or at least, the beast that had taken over him.
The castle was in chaos. Guards yelled orders, trying to block his path, but it was useless. I stole a glance over my shoulder, and my stomach twisted at the sight. He was too fast, too strong. The warriors attempting to hold him back were tossed aside like ragdolls, their bodies crashing into walls with sickening thuds. Some of them tried again, but his massive form barreled through them with terrifying ease.
Another guard lunged at him with a spear, aiming for his leg, but before I could blink, Lucian grabbed him and tore him apart. Blood splattered
