The faint glow of her eyes receded, but they remained a darker shade of violet. She swallowed, her throat bobbing with the motion. “When Scarlett took the wards down around the mortal lands …” Everyone went utterly still. Her gaze settled on Drake. “Your once-father said you do not understand the cost.” “I recall,” Drake said slowly. Juliette looked between the three mortals. “It would be wise to learn that cost before nothing can be done.”
