Maya’s POV The cabin felt too small with everyone inside. Victoria stood at the door with her men. Her eyes looked cold as she stared at the children. The little girl held my hand tight. The boy hid behind Sarah. I felt my stomach turn. I cannot let Victoria take them away. Victoria stepped forward. “The girl belongs to the family Maya. The boy too. Alexander can visit. But they need proper training. They will learn our ways.” Sarah moved in front of the children. “No. They are my children. I carried them. I protected them. You will not touch them.” Chloe stood up. Her voice shook. “Victoria, my father is gone. Let us have peace. The children did nothing wrong.” Victoria laughed a little. “Peace? In this world? The Cross family needs strong blood. These two can help us build something

