Chapter 31

Third person's point of view

Killian felt a pointed piercing in his soul, and something within him shook awake. Something dangerous and dark. It was spreading through every bone in his body, infecting his blood with its darkness. He struggled deeper to contain the demon in his chest. But it was far stronger, wanting freedom and dominance. Without warning, his eyes fluttered open, shining a bright torch of red. Killian's lips flew open, releasing a threatening growl.

Instantly, darkness covered Killian's consciousness. And the demon was free.

Killian's body vibrated, releasing a loud, threatening growl that caused the earth to quiver. Tiny rocks inside the cave crumbled to the ground as another growl left Killian's lips. His eyes were burning a bright shade of red. He was far from being in control. His subconscious was trapped somewhere within the dark cave of his heart. His bloodshot eyes meant his demon was in control.

Slowly, he pulled his head up. His