Chapter 155: Evade

Zendedari lowered his head, pressing his warm lips to Caitlin’s temple with a tenderness that contrasted sharply with the intensity of the situation. His strong arms encircled her, pulling her resisting form tightly against his solid frame. "Caitlin, I believe Kendalf’s counsel is correct." The words struck Caitlin like a blow. "You can’t be serious," she thought, her heart aching with betrayal. "You’re siding with them? Why, Zendedari? Don’t I deserve more respect than this? Without you, I’m a danger to everyone. What I feel for you is far deeper than mere human love." Zendedari tilted her chin up, forcing her to meet his dark, penetrating eyes. A wave of his willpower washed over her, bending her resistance. She was drawn into the depth of his gaze, her mind struggling against the pull of his command. "You will accept what Kendalf offers." As Zendedari’s will echoed in her mind, Kendalf moved closer, his soft voice harmonizing with Zendedari’s compulsion. He bit into his wrist wi