My chest yanked, and I wanted to scoop her into my arms to carry her back to my bedchamber, but not until I’d dealt with the threat. I kicked Moira’s sword out of her reach. “King Tavish,” she rasped, raising her hands. “What are you doing?” “Protecting what’s left of my heart.” My chest heaved, and my vision turned red. “I won’t let anyone hurt Lira again.” With that, I stabbed Moira in the chest, digging in slowly. I wanted her and everyone else to understand that I would do whatever it took to protect what belonged to me—Lira. I wouldn’t stand aside anymore. Anyone who wanted to harm her
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