Ava's POV
Just as I saw Alpha Grindley standing behind the door, it occurred to me that he wouldn't take no for an answer.
My eyes landed on Lucian whose hands were firmly holding on to me as he asked everyone to step aside.
"He can't kill me," I started.
"Well, try me!" Lucian threatened, his hand much closer to my neck as I swallowed hard.
"Step back!" he commanded, while John tried to use his powers but was quickly apprehended. "If you try anything funny Mr. Witch, I swear on my mother's grave, kill her!"He shrieked and approached the door while I watched Alpha Grindley step aside.
"Lucian, we can talk-"
"Don't come closer!" His trembling voice was audible and loud. And soon I felt his hot tears on my neck.
Wait a minute--is Lucian crying?
Since I could look behind me, and he w
