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Release my woman, Volder snarled.
Not here, Zalk roared. Back off, Volder. There will be no fighting in the
chamber. We will take this outside to the arena.
Brenda turned her head, alarmed that Volder was so damn close. He was furious
that Rever held her and the rage showed in his dark glower. Rever turned her in his
arms and moved her out from between them. He released her but only to gently push
her behind him, snarling at the other man.
Brenda peered around Rever s side at Volder, who looked ready to attack at any
second. The guards moved once more, gripping Volder to push him away. Rever s
tense body relaxed. His hand reached back, gripping Brenda s smaller one in his and he
turned his head to look down at her.
It will be fine. You are mine and I will win. I have everything to fight for.
Staring up into his eyes, she fought tears. I don t want to lose you.
His blue eyes sparkled with amusement. I am Argis and I will win.
Volder snarled. Don t be so bold boasting your skills.
Brenda tore her gaze from Rever s, frowning at Volder. Do you understand that I
love him? Why fight for me when you know I will never be happy with you? I promise
that we d both be miserable if you forced me to be a part of your life. Don t you want a
woman who wants you? I don t and I never will.
Fury made the man lunge forward but the guards grabbed him and hauled him
back. Rever moved his body totally in front of Brenda s to protect her in case Volder
broke free.
Outside to the arena, Zalk roared.
The guards took a furious Volder out of the large room. The witnesses and the
judge filed out next. All who remained in the chamber were Brenda, Rever, Coto and
Rever s family.
Much appreciated. Rever looked at his three brothers. I owe you Ral, Vhon and
Argernon.
Argernon snorted. We are family. Be silent of vows. He carefully studied his
brother. Are you well enough to fight? Volder isn t a weak adversary. I have battled
him in practice and he recovers very quickly. He is well trained so watch him very
closely.
Rever gave a nod. Understood. Rever s focus shifted to Coto, his expression tight
with anger. You
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Blame me, Hyvin Berrr suddenly gripped Rever s arm, turning him until they
faced each other so son and father stared into each other s eyes. I ordered Coto to tell
me where you would take the human. He only did so because I asked. He would have
died otherwise to keep silent. Volder was ready to have the entire crew of the Drais
search the Outlander areas for you. I knew we could find a solution but you needed
brought in alive to do so. Direct your rage at me. Coto was loyal.
Rever looked over his shoulder and his features softened when he met Coto s
worried stare. You protected my bound. Appreciated.
Coto gave a nod. I am always loyal.
The expression on Rever s face softened more. I knew it but I was angry.
Understood. Coto hesitated. If you fall I will challenge to protect your bound
from Volder s wrath, with your permission. I know you feel very strongly for your
human. Ral and Argernon are already bound so they may not offer. His gaze shifted to
Vhon. You definitely don t want to leave her in this one s care.
Vhon growled. It was my plan to bring the other human here and I was the one to
force the confession from Olt. It was my quick thinking that made this possible. His
gaze slid to Rever. You should be honored by letting me offer to challenge Volder for
your bound if you fall.
Brenda stared at the tall men around her. What is he talking about?
Rever lowered his head to gaze at her. If I don t win then Volder will claim you as
his. Coto will challenge in the event of my death, winning no matter how well of a
fighter Volder is because I will have worn him down. If I do fall, Coto will bound to you
to protect you. Do you understand? He will cherish you in my place, Brenda.
I will challenge for her first if you die, Vhon growled. I am the one who made
this challenge possible.
Brenda moved closer to Rever, not caring what the men around them thought of
her touching him. Hot tears filled her eyes when she walked right into his chest and
wrapped her arms around his thick body to cling to him. He could die and she didn t
want him to. His arms encircled her waist tightly.
Allow us moments alone, Rever said softly.
I will challenge Volder if you fall, Vhon growled.
Hyvin Berrr snarled. Enough. Rever will win the challenge. You are not mature
enough to take on a bound.
Father and son were quietly arguing as they left. Rever inhaled a deep breath and
then his hold on her loosened.
Look at me, my bound.
She lifted her head, blinking back tears. I don t want you to fight. I just want to go
home with you. Why do you have to fight to the death? It s so damn stupid. I don t
want to be with that man so why can t he just leave us alone?
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Rever s features softened. It is about pride and warriors have too much of it at
times. You belonged to his brother so he wants to keep you in the name of honor.
Human females are also sexually stimulating to most Zorn males. It would be a great
accomplishment for him to have one.
But you love me. Volder has to know that you ll fight harder because of it.
He knows that I do love you but he is very proud. Some males won t see reason.
He reached up to cup her face. I will win, Brenda. I have much to fight for because I
have you.
She nodded. I know you re a big badass. I get that. It doesn t mean I won t worry.
His black eyebrows arched. Bad ass? He stared down at her. What is wrong with
my backside?
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