-Kane-
My instinct was immediate, to protect Lilian.
I threw my body over her, shielding her as debris scattered around us. Guards moved fast, forming a perimeter. I heard Thomas shouting over the chaos, asking if we were alright. I couldn’t answer him, not until I knew Lilian was okay.
I cupped her face with both hands and forced her to look at me. Her eyes were wide, frightened, then widened further as she noticed my own glowing gold. Apollo had surged forward the second the explosion hit. He needed to see her and I didn’t stop him.
“Apollo….” She breathed; voice unsteady. He rumbled low in my chest, relieved she was safe. Then we heard it, a faint whine. Lena. Lilian stiffened, happiness flickered across her features for a split second before sadness took over. The barrier was
