Chapter 89. Captured: pt. 1

Nicole Jane’s POV

“Take my hand,” he commanded.

I couldn’t make out his face. So, at first, I hesitated to reach out for his hand. But when I heard the familiar voice urging me from behind, I quickly reached for his outstretched hand.

I didn’t know where we were going. All I knew was that we were by the seaside, surrounded by battles on both sides.

“We shouldn’t run. We have to face them,” I shouted at him.

He shook his head. “No! I won’t let them take you away from me again.” He grimaced.

“Don’t worry. I’ll just make sure that you’re safe before I face them.”

His every word carried a hint of threat, so I didn’t say anything else. Besides, I didn’t have the streng