Chapter 0705

Nina

Luke's sudden, unexpected offer sent a cold shiver of fear down my spine.

"Luke, that's ridiculous," I breathed, letting out a wry chuckle that sounded hollow even to my own ears. "My champion? Are you kidding?"

But Lake simply shook his head. "I'm serious, Nina. This could be the only way to save both of you, and the baby as well."

"But I don't understand." I furrowed my brow, taking a shaky step back. "I don't even see how this would help. Mila made herself clear; it's either me and the baby, or Enzo. One of us has to die. You taking my place won't make a difference."

for Luke to take your place as your champion; and her apparent love for tradition might sway

sighed, pushing himself to his feet. "Maybe we can strike a deal with her; I'll take your place as your champion, and if I lose and I will lose maybe she'll send you and the baby home. She'll still get her

shaky step backwards. I couldn't believe what I was hearing; Luke, one of my most beloved companions, really wanted to die for me? For my

you in that kind of danger.

circle the cell like a caged animal. The bars were narrow, but maybe with mine and

out and barely touched the silver; it burned my fingers, causing me to cry out in pain

said softly. "I know you want to protect everyone, but we're running out of options here. I've had my time here on

me, resting his blistered hands on my shoulders. The silver cage was taking its toll; his usual golden complexion had faded to a sickly pallor. Even as he circled his arms around me and pulled me close, the usual heat from his body had turned

in here, the worse

my eyes wild. "Enzo, you have to see how ridiculous this is!" I exclaimed. "We can't

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