Daphne’s POV

Cane did not even hesitate.

The moment Summer collapsed and Cane saw the blood on the floor, he lifted her straight into his arms and rushed out of the room like a storm had just broken loose. The girl looked so small in his arms, her head falling weakly against his shoulder while he moved fast down the hallway.

Perfect.

I stood near the door watching him disappear with her, but before I could leave, a hand suddenly grabbed my wrist and pulled me back.

Caden.

His grip was tight and impatient.

“What happened?” he demanded immediately.

His voice was sharp and low like he was barely holding...