"No," I answered quietly, shaking my head. "She didn't touch me. You came in just in time."Kael looked down at my face for a long moment, his eyes searching my features closely to make sure I wasn't lying to spare his feelings. Then, his gaze dropped to my right hand, which was still resting protectively over my lower stomach.A small, almost unnoticeable sigh passed through his lips."You must be careful, Lyra," Kael said softly, his voice full of serious, protective authority. "You are carrying a child now. Your body is still weak from the bond break, and stress is dangerous for you right now. Victoria is an arrogant, scheming woman. She has power and wealth, and she will not hesitate to use underhanded tactics to upset you.""I know," I said softly, looking down at my shoes. "I could see the hatred in her eyes."Kael reached out. For a brief second, his large, calloused hand hovered over my shoulder, as if he wanted to comfort me, but he politely pulled it back, respecting my spac
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