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When we emerged from the tunnel, I squinted, adjusting to the intense light. I looked behind me and watched the tunnel door replaced by a palm tree just as Lukas stepped out.
Cade stood next to me, our fingertips touching as we gave each other comfort. Lukas didn’t know what happened to Big John. He’d said Big John was behind him as they fought their way toward the tunnel passage, but when Nevada and her brothers showed up to take them, he was gone.
“I don’t know about this,” Cade said as we weaved our way through the crowds. We were close to the tower’s entrance, and we were the only ones not wearing a red or blue robe.
“Just stay near me,” Nevada said with confidence. “You’ll be fine.”
Nevada and Lukas walked in front of us. It was fascinating watching how her magic worked. As sh
