As the disguised rogue advanced, Liana’s hand flew to her hunting blade, but before she could grasp it, the disguised rogue was upon her. His hand closed around her wrist with a vice-like grip, sending a shock of cold energy through her.
“Let go!” Liana growled, trying to wrench her arm free, but his hold was unyielding. The man’s strength was surprising; every time she tried to break free, his grip seemed to tighten, draining her of her strength.
With a sudden burst of force, he pushed her backward, and she stumbled, falling hard against the floor. The impact sent a jolt of pain through her body, and she felt a dull ringing in her ears. The disguised rogue was on top of her in an instant, pinning her down with a heavy weight that seemed to sap her of her Alpha strength.
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