::You are reborn, Evan.::
Consciousness began to take hold once more when Evan heard Loren’s voice in his mind. He felt calmer, yet not completely at peace. And the hunger. Sweet Lord, the hunger was almost painful. His insides twisted, drawing a deep, harsh growl from him. As if in answer, Loren’s wrist returned to his lips, the wound reopened. Evan grabbed Loren’s arm and bit down, drinking deeply. The sharp, fiery hunger began to ebb as Loren’s blood flowed over Evan’s tongue, bringing an end to the pain.
“Now you have the power to free yourself and your brother.”
Evan closed his eyes and gritted his teeth. Then he broke the chains holding him to the wall. William’s terrified gaze widened as Evan walked over to him. When Evan reached up, William flinched from his touch.
“I would nev
