“Come back to me,” I demand as he moves away. “Only ever you.” He holds my gaze for another few steps, then turns to Bodhi. “Stay with her, but remember your promise.” Bodhi nods. “I don’t want your fucking province.” “Noted.” Xaden clasps Bodhi’s shoulder, then breaks into a run for Sgaeyl. Her golden eyes swivel toward mine. “Get off the ground and stay with him,” she orders, and we both know she doesn’t mean Bodhi. “Same goes to you.” I lift my chin.
