Chapter 19

Iris

It felt like a bucket of cold water was emptied on our bodies as I slowly regained my senses.

"Get on my back," He ordered with a note of urgency in his tone and I hopped on, knowing that I was to be blamed for our predicament. "The ride is going to be rough because I can sense some of our attackers coming closer, and I'll have to shift so hold me tight for your safety."

"Yes, Prince Gradel," I replied and wrapped my arms around his neck.

I should have been scared that we were ambushed, but being on his back was quite relaxing and it...