The Fire That Chose Me
Rowan’s eyes softened, barely, while Aiden’s jaw clenched as if he wanted to argue but couldn’t.
Before any of them could speak again, a sound tore through the haven.
A low rumble. A deep, vibrating growl that seemed to rise from the earth itself. Dust rained from the cavern ceiling. The flames in the torches wavered.
Rowan’s head snapped toward the passage leading deeper into the mountain. His expression darkened. “They’ve found us.”
Evelynn’s stomach dropped. “Already?”
“They move faster than I thought,” Rowan muttered, reaching for the blade at his side. He turned to her, his voice sharp and commanding. “Stay here. Both of you.”