Fighting against her was like swimming against the tide. But it was all worth it. I had promised I’d never let harm come to her and I meant it. No matter what happened to me I’d do everything I could so she’d live. With every blow of my hooves, the demonic being skidded back. As her fury leeched into my body I knew I’d be punished for this. “Argent?” The way she said my name filled me with new resolve. All the pain was worth it. So what if she loved Simon? That didn’t take any of my love away from her. Even if she rejected me I’d always love her. “You don’t have to answer me, Nicon. It’s okay I just want to protect you right now.” “Do you really think you can get away from me that easily? Look at you guys! You’re surrounded there’s no way you can fight us. Look all of the others are gon

