Caradoch Things were coming along nicely. And not just with the Desir Du Cirque. I could feel new strength flowing through my veins. And it was all because I had let the bond form. With Thana as my mate, I felt invincible. Powerful beyond words. For the first time in three centuries, I felt like I could look towards the future with hope. There was nothing that could touch me with her by my side. And she loved me. That had a power all by itself. If I had known how potent it was, I would have claimed her years earlier. Together we were stronger, together… A noise from the big top entrance caught my attention, and I opened my eyes. My face tilted up towards the tent ceiling high above. The sunlight heated my face as it streamed down on the red and white material. Soon everythin

