The shadows writhed around Aiden like a dark halo, pulsating with energy beyond this world. Liam's heart raced as the image of his brother twisted into something dark and menacing sent chills down his spine.
"Aiden!" Liam shouted, desperation clawing at his throat. "You don't have to do this! We can find a way to save you!
Aiden tipped his head back, the odious grin spreading on his face. "Save me? Oh Liam, you still don't get it. I'm past saving. I am what I always was meant to be maestro of this power!
Those words seemed to writhe and dance into a dark, eerie symphony of shadows that seemed to answer his twisted desires. Liam took one step backwards, trying to process the transformation occurring in front of him. This wasn't his brother that he had fought with, his brother whom he sav
