~Nathan~

"I don't care where you saw her from," I spoke almost immediately

"Get my mate out of that cell now."

As I barked the order, the guards scrambled to obey, unlocking the cell door and releasing her from her prison.

I strode forward, my heart still racing with anger and concern, and swept her into my arms.

She was light as a feather, and she felt so fragile against my chest.

I turned to the guards, my eyes blazing with fury.

"You will pay for this," I growled.

"No one lays a hand on her."

The guards cowered, backing away from me in fear.

I turned and strode out...