Chapter 30

Sheila's point of view

I regretted those words as soon as they left my lips.

Killian's gaze hardened, growing darker and deadlier with a striking rage.

In a flash, his body pulled away from mine and walked back to the middle of the field.

"Come at me, and don't hesitate. Fight like you are literally fighting for your survival." His words were clear and held no emotion at all. It was brutally cold.

I picked up the sword laying on the ground, holding it tightly as I took my stance, but my eyes were on his chest instead.

I shifted my gaze to him. He was staring at me with dark, unknowing eyes.

I lunged at him, and again, Killian slapped the sword from my hands. His hand, this time, shoved me against the tree, aiming for my chest.

"If I was a real threat, your heart would be in my hand right now. You have to fight like you badly want to live," His voice sounded like a high-pitched yell.

"What happened to you, Killian? How did you