Erinyes' POV I gathered every ounce of strength inside me, calling out to my ancient parents. Their power flowed into me, lighting up my body in flashes of glowing energy. This time, I knew for sure—I was going to destroy Adolfa. For real. She wouldn't escape, and I'd make sure she couldn't defeat me. I pulled strength from my late father. He was a beast in his time—anything that came close to him, he crushed without mercy. And now, his soul was inside me. "Adolfa," I growled, "you hit me hard at first, but don't think this will end the same. You won't get away with this. I will stop you. I'll punish every step you take." She glared back. "No one can destroy the demon king's assistant. You may have taken down two, but you're dreaming if you think you can destroy me." "T

