Rowena's POV. 8.
Trapped between Fangs.
"Adrian…" Rachel’s voice dropped, suddenly lower, almost hesitant. A flicker of something—fear?—clung to the edges of her tone.
Adrian didn’t hesitate. With one swift motion, he shoved Rachel aside. She staggered, barely catching herself before her two minions rushed in to steady her.
Ignoring them, Adrian crouched in front of me. His hands slid under my arms, lifting me up with surprising gentleness. My body ached, my scalp still burning from Rachel’s grip, but his touch was firm, steady.
Rachel yanked herself free from her minions, fury burning in her eyes. “Adrian.” She strode toward him, gripping his arm to turn him toward her. “What the hell are you doing? You don’t even know her!” Her voice cracked with frustration.
Adrian didn’t flinc
