Chapter 38
I waved Sam and the others back when it looked as though they were going to interfere. I had to do this on my own. With a steadying breath, I turned to face the Tr’lirians and set my wings free.
Those in the front stumbled, shock on their faces, sword arms falling to their sides. Many stopped running and dropped to their knees, in danger of being trodden on by those behind them.
‘Ha’niel.’ The one word, uttered by dozens of voices, filled the air.
Frozen mid-attack, the Tr’lirians looked from me to Cade, seeking direction.
‘I ordered you to kill her.’ Spittle flew from his lips as he roared at his people. He pointed at a woman who was closest to me, sword forgotten in her left hand. ‘Do it. Now. Or I will cut you down myself.’
She took a step forward, confusion on her face
