~ Tryson ~
Tryson reached returned and broke Diane 's grip on him. She made a noise of protest, but he shook his head and spoke into her mind low, quiet, and lethal serious.
Stay shut to Levi. Do no longer get worried in the fighting. No count number what you see. This is not a combat for you. This is a fight for Thana.
"Tryson —" she breathed. He may want to scent the flash of worry in her.
Go. I'll keep you safe.
He squeezed her hand, then nudged her closer to Levi, in no way taking his eyes off of Lina. When Levi had tugged her back, out of reach, he straightened and let himself experience his strength. Remembered all the fights, all the wins, all the methods he had navigated this life, this world, these adult males and taken victory.
All of the methods he was the higher male. A
