Chapter 163

Mercedes raised a barrier around Alvira, trapping Drakoen and herself in it. The air shimmered with a ripple above them. No one would make it out unless one of them died. She knew that everyone would not stay put once the fight between Drakoen and her started and would attempt to interfere. To keep them out, a barrier was needed. She was not going to make it out until Drakoen was dead. Mercedes was in the air gathering more of the White Wolves' remaining energy into her body. Even though she could take it at the moment, her body wouldn't be able to bear it for long. She needed some time to take it in and absorb it completely. 

“So this was your plan for bringing us here. I should have guessed,” Drakoen laughed with a glint of amusement in his dark eyes. 

Mercedes ignored what Drakoen was saying and closed her eyes. She felt the power of the energy she was taking in course through her veins and body. The power she now held within her was overwhelming with primal