Chapter 107 - Back to the Camp.

Masque appeared overpowered as well at that instant. He hugged Ella close, his hands shaking slightly and his breath coming in thin gasps. And here she was, right in the thick of things, despite all of his efforts to keep her safe. A twinge of guilt tore at him, but he ignored it, choosing to celebrate her instead. “Mistress” he whispered again, in a tone that was both solemn and respectful “I really apologize. I failed to keep you safe” he said, Ella shook her head, pulling back just to meet his eyes. “You did everything you could, Masque, so no. I was saved by you. All of us were saved by you” she said, A low groan of agony interrupted, echoing through the clearing before Masque could reply. Ella looked over and saw the Rogue King still on the ground, holding onto his side where her claws had ripped through him. He fought to lift himself up, his eyes burning with pain and fury, “Hello there, my precious” she mocked him, “You think this is over? You fool” he spat, “You are