Nadia’s POV:

I groaned, clutching my head as I struggled to stand. Kane caught me instantly, his grip firm. "You’ve been out for hours, Nadia. Are you okay?"

I stared at him in silence. How could I be okay? "Was it a dream, Kane? Where is Derek?"

Kane exhaled, his expression grim. "He didn't make it out."

Mother shook her head, tears blurring her vision. "He gave his life to buy us time."

I looked around and realized we were in the castle’s grand hall. The twins kicked right then, and I doubled over, weeping all over again. Kane locked his arm around my waist, holding me while I sobbed....