Lucius’ POV

Ralph indeed lived up to his name and he sped off without even blinking. I floored the gas of my own vehicle and it lurched forwards to the supposed safe house that must have become a battleground of sorts right now. I subconsciously appreciated the fact that Lucius had picked it away from the castle or I might have to explain how a battle was going on in my house.

I strained my ear to pick up the communication and I couldn’t get it. I parked the car on the sidewalk and walked into the forest, finding a space that was a little clear and I sat on...