Derek and Valen exchanged glances. Their murderous aura dissipated but the trace of disbelief and doubt was still in their eyes.

They stared at Ella and Drake, back and forth, trying to see how it's even possible.

“Aside from his hair color and eyes, he looks nothing like you” Derek blurted out, unable to contain his anger seeing Ella defend a stranger that way.

A flash of irritation crossed across Ella's face. “And isn't that enough to prove he's my brother!?” Ella snapped, still protecting Drake.

Derek's jaw clenched. “No!”

Ella's eyes widened in anger, she was about to retort when Valen stepped in.

He exhaled deeply, his voice calmer...