Legacy of Shadows (Supernaturals of Castle Academy, #1)

by Tessa Hale

His eyes were fixed on my side, as if he could still see the marks. The gold in his irises glowed like fire. “Who. Hurt. You?”

“If you ever share my private business with anyone ever again, I will castrate you myself.”

I’d rather a day with you than a lifetime without you.”

Trace took my hand. His fingers were so gentle it made my heart ache. “Little Bird. Why?” The pain eased at the contact with Trace. “No one gets to spew lies about you when I’m around.” Those violet eyes blazed as his chest heaved. “I was wrong. I think it’s you who’s going to ruin me.”