~Zirah~
"I'm afraid I can't let you do that," says King Theron’s voice behind us.
Regan’s steps falter for just a moment, but he quickly recovers and continues walking, ignoring his father's words. I can feel the tension in his body, in the way he grips me tighter as we move through the dimly lit corridors of the castle.
A loud bang echoes through the air, causing me to flinch. Regan suddenly grunts, and his entire body turns rigid. His lips part as if he wants to say something, but no words come out. I look at him in confusion and fear, searching his face for an explanation. Lyon gasps from the stairs, and Zeke peers up at his brother, his eyes wide with shock.
Another bang reverberates around us, and this time, Regan drops me as his back arches in pain. His eyes flicker to his Lycan
