Trinity stared menacingly at him. "Jared, you know what I’m capable of! You've seen what happens to those who defy me!"

"Then do as you please!" Jared's tone was uncompromising as he carried Ivanna to the exit.

"Get him!"

Her people swiftly surrounded Jared, each brandishing ominous-looking objects.

I was instantly on edge and ready to act in anger. Ivanna couldn't afford any more delays. She had been soaking in that water for 48 hours.

I could not imagine how Ivanna survived that long in t