Emily’s POVCHOOSE, he screamed. Nolan or Salem?Liam, you don’t mean that, is your brother, I said, my voice trembling. Fear twisted in my gut, anger burning just beneath the surface, but heartbreak was heavier than both. I tried to see how much strength I had left, forcing myself to keep standing even though I wanted to collapse.Hurry, Emily, or I will choose for you, he said, kissing my neck. Felt wrong. I can’t believe that I let him in our bed.I closed my eyes and begged the Goddess to help me. My chest tightened, and for a moment, there was nothing but fear. Then, deep inside, I felt a small surge of fire flicker to life. I opened my eyes just as Liam let his guard down, gloating. With shaky hands, I pivoted quickly and grabbed his wrist, catching him by surprise. He tried to jerk away, but I twisted with all my strength, prying the blade from his grip. The blade bit into both our palms, and hot blood dripped onto the cold metal. Suddenly, the blood shimmered and ignited, turn
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