“Rest a while, beast. I grow stronger each moment. Soon I will be able to stay within the human realm for longer periods of time, and your precious Althea will cease to exist!” “We’ll see about that!” With a flick of his wrist, Quinton threw the figure against the wall. “Oh, didn’t you know?” The figure floated to its feet, releasing hideous laughter. “I’ve been slipping in and out of the realm for brief moments at a time. Viktor ensures that I grow stronger with every visit.” Vukasin growled as the energy bands slipped from his body. He’d shifted between man and beast in anger. “What does Viktor have to do with this?” He bared his teeth. “She is the key to my existence in the human world. There cannot be two existing within the same plane. Viktor knows this. With his help, I will take over Althea’s life.” The witch chanted something before disappearing. “Quickly, follow her!” Vukasin roared. Quinton gritted his teeth. “She’s cast a spell! The vampire struggled, but he could go nowhere.
