Sebastian asked as he reached down to help me off the ground.I ignored his hand and his comment as I pushed myself up, despite my protesting muscles. “Again.”Sebastian stepped back. “No. Enough for today.”Despite Sy’s objections, I’d returned to the castle like everything was normal. Cheney and I were pole fighting on a balance beam, but I couldn’t hold my attention long enough to compete. My mind kept drifting back to Michael’s lifeless form and wondering if Holden would find anything this morning. Breaking the bond tonight was never far from my mind either. And before I knew it I’d be on the floor with both men staring down at me. “Again.”Cheney frowned and jumped down from the beam. “Sebastian’s right. You’re half dead.” He put his arm over my shoulder and I felt a moment of peace. I hated that he had that effect on me, but it wouldn’t be for much longer.“Fine. If you guys are quitting, I’m going to hang out with the girls.” I charged toward the door.
