The Broken Warrior’s Daughter by Cooper

Chapter 0198

“Come on.” He says, crooking his fingers at me. “Let’s have a go. You need a challenge, someone who will hit back.”

“I have no intention of having to answer to Cara about why you’re all bloody and bruised.”

He smiles at me. “Then I guess it’s good I’m mated to a Guardian. Apparently, when you complete the bond, you gain some of their strength. I’m stronger than you are now Liam.”

I frown at him. Is that possible, getting some of the power from the Guardians. I kick off my shoes and take a stand to begin sparring with him. “Is that why the Alphas forced them into a mate bond?” I ask as we begin to throw punches.

“I don’t think so.” He says as he sends his fist into my gut, knocking the air out of my lungs. Fuck, he is stronger. “From what we know from Ailduin, Alphas of the past did not get any additional strength from the Guardians.”

I swipe his legs but before I can land a punch, he’s back on his feet. Shit, he’s faster too. “I think,” he continues, “it’s only because it’s a fated bond, and a willing bond, that there was a transfer of power. But that’s just my theory.”

We go back and forth, throwing punches, getting in kicks. When we’re done, I feel better. I won’t be great until that fuckhead prince is dead, but my immediate frustration is gone.

“Thanks Rik.” I say and I mean it. It was exactly what I needed.

and that’s what family does for each

exactly know how to interact in a family environment, so give me some slack if I screw it up.”

walk back inside. Angel is on her feet the minute

She looks from me to Rik and back again. She comes over and takes my hands, looking at my knuckles which are bloody and swollen.

help you.” I pull her hands to

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tell her and

this time. “Liam, we have some ideas, but we will need to

But tonight, I think Angel has had enough. She’s still recovering and I’d like to get her home.” I say, putting my arm

training you. I trained Lily when she first got her Guardian spirit and I have trained Cara all her life. I’m obviously well versed in the strengths and weaknesses of Guardians. I can help you get back on your feet faster and then help you

“What do you think?” She asks me. A part of me is proud that, out of everyone in

not to push her too far while she’s

“Absolutely.”

you want to train with Clint?” She looks from me to Clint and back before smiling.