Just like that, he was gone.I stood, frozen to the spot, lost and alone.This was not over.I knew Kristoff's death was really only the beginning.Stepping back from the plinth, I close my eyes and take deep breaths.'Focus, Dakota. Focus.'I tell myself, and then a wave of exhaustion hits me hard, and my legs begin to buckle.Strong arms wrap themselves around me, holding me against a hard, muscled chest.'I got you, baby girl.'I jumped at the sound of his voice. I had forgotten Kaiden was here, and for a moment, I rested my head in the crook of his neck, inhaling his familiar scent, letting it calm my shattered nerves. We both flinch when a loud crack echoes around the ruined church, and his grip on me tightens.'What was that?'I said, my head snapping to the side, eyes searching for answers.'We need to get out of here.'Kaiden replied, scooping me into his arms bridal style, and turning toward the door. Suddenly, the floor shakes violently, and he clutches me even tighter as l
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