Alpha Asher by Jane

Chapter 168

Read Alpha Asher by Jane Doe Chapter 168 – By the time backup arrived, and Rowena stabilized the Vampire whose heart were still beating after having her throat slit, I was utterly exhausted.

The trick I did, somehow managing to control the otherworldly power that was known for being uncontrollable, left me with little to no energy and a raging case of cotton mouth.

Even worrying about Asher, which I’d been doing since the blood witch said he had problems of his own to deal with, sapped what little strength I had left.

As I swayed where I stood, staring down at the five lifeless bodies, the shadows watched from their hidden alcoves within the forest. Tristan stood nearby, his eyes flitting to my face every few seconds as though he were worried I’d topple over at any moment.

I sure felt like I was, but I’d never admit that.

 

Instead I frowned at the blood that watered the earth and thought about the words that the blood witch uttered.

“Make use of their blood…” I said quietly, lifting my gaze to peer at the darkness that surrounded us.

Cassidy continued to gnaw on her lower lip, which she’d been doing for the last half hour. “What do you mean by that?”

Tristan grunted, which was indication enough that he knew exactly what I meant.

“As reward for your service, you may feed on the blood that was spilled, only that of the five Vampire’s who needlessly lost their lives this night.” I said to the shadows, my voice strong despite the lead that weighed down my bones and claimed my energy. At the last moment, staring down at the men who had harbored such hatred for someone they knew very little about, I added: “…all I ask is that you return their bodies to the earth.

I wasn’t sure if the tendrils of darkness could feel my lack of strength, or if they were simply that hungry, but they swarmed the ground like the fog that often cloaked the entire town in the early morning hours, when the air was thick with humidity.

 

Cassidy let out a sound that was halfway between a croak and a wail, taking several steps back though the shadows still slithered around her feet.

“What in the h**l…” She muttered.

Within seconds the ground was clean, free from the blood and the bodies of the d**d Vampire’s.

“Lola, are you alright?” Tristan said quietly, his voice so low that I had to strain to hear him. “You look like you need some sleep…”

out how the h**l this happened.” I told him; thankful the others weren’t within hearing range. “Have the Vampire taken to a cell …one of the nicer

and as he held my gaze it wasn’t desire I felt, but the genuine need to protect and serve

of Asher’s personal holding cells escorted the Vampire, each one under strict orders to only use force should she try and escape–and judging from how much blood she lost, that wouldn’t be happening anytime

team. She must’ve not been too shaken up because the reluctant glances she tossed our way told me she didn’t

tensions

us stood in the kitchen struck me as odd, especially considering it was her spell that had failed

of the

with you alone, Cordelia?” I asked, shattering the

the nagging thought

don’t know.” She placed her hands flat on the marble countertop and stared down at the flat colors. “There’s a chance it could’ve been overridden by the blood witch’s magic, but she would’ve

to talk to Asher as soon as possible.” I forced the words through clenched teeth, fighting the urge to start shouting down the mate-bond, linking his mind with my own and potentially

I’d most likely have seconds

about, Lola …” Cordelia’s lowered voice and unwavering gaze put a stop to my disorganized thoughts, bringing my attention back to the present. She leaned forwards, skewering me with her eyes. “What exactly did

her, flashes of memory dancing behind my eyes. Tendrils of darkness wrapping around limbs, piercing the skin like razor thin needles that

after you and reanimated a d**d body, yet you and your friends are alive. Not only that, but the amount of residual power I felt was intense…to say the

say, Cordelia.” I murmured, following the feeling in my gut that told me to keep quiet, to give as little information

the only important thing.” She said ominously, her eyes flickering to the same doorway both Tristan and Rowena vanished through. It led deeper into the house,

the question at bay for any longer. It had been over a week now that the two of them had been walking on eggshells around one

witch that reminded me so much of my grandma that it hurt to suspect her as the enemy frowned. “Nothing you need to concern yourself with. You’ve got enough on your

had the strong feeling this was more than just a spat, but I

the couch in a deep sleep, Asher’s voice began to trickle

got word from a couple warriors on patrol that there’s a new face in the dungeons. What happened? Was anyone

couch, stretching my arms far above my head. Delirious with the remnants of sleep,

morning to you too.’ I grumbled, taking a long drink of water from the glass Tristan left on the table before I slumped over. ‘No one’s hurt. Well,

like I didn’t

worse.’ He cursed, his anger vibrating the mate-bond between us. Highly saturated images of last night flashed in my head, replaying the battle between myself

I knew what I was saying was the truth. ‘Whatever their plans are-whatever their goal is, they’re close.

that trouble to warn you herself, you must have something she wants. She wants to throw you off your game, get you doubting yourself, so you surrender before the fight even begins.’ Asher grumbled, both to me

had no magic of his own, his intuition

into the kitchen, wincing against the bright light of the refrigerator as I opened

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