Chapter 19
FOR A MOMENT, NO ONE said a thing.
Christian’s back straightened and his chin came up.
“I’d be honored, High Warlock,” he said. There was no playfulness in his voice, no sparkle in his eye. He was completely serious.
My father stuck his arm out, offering his hand to Christian.
“It’s Matlock,” he said.
I pressed my lips together, trying to contain my smile. I beamed as strong as headlights on a car in the darkness. I was so proud of my father, so pleased for Christian. I was so happy for him. He deserved this and more.
Christian swallowed hard.
“Matlock,” he said, and shook my father’s hand in a binding agreement that made the hairs on my neck stand on end.
I gripped Christian’s arm and held on tight. “Christian. Why was Elliot here? Was it because of me?”
Christian dro
