Chapter 640: Chapter 640: No Choice In The Matter

Liam's arms warmed me up as his earth magic grounded me. It was hard to enjoy with Ameline tied to me, but I did my best.

Now what? His mind caressed mine gently. Are you taking her back?

To prison. To the stronghold and her cell.

I wished.

I can't. I looked up into his eyes, welcomed the soft kiss he planted on my lips. As much as I hate to admit it, we need her. And she has to be free to develop her power.

"Happy to hear you've come to your senses." Ameline had to be eavesdropping. Gross. "That you finally admit we're on the same side."

"For now." I stepped away from Liam, felt his tension as he hovered over me, protective though he would never stand against her. "But what happens when the Brotherhood is defeated?"

"I suppose we'll have to have that conversation when it happens." Ameline's chill smile turned my stomach.

Lovely.