Chapter 128. A Fleeting Kiss

Gavriel first checked on Uriel, who was now in the living area being tended to by Lakan. “Were you hit that badly?” Gavriel asked, frowning as he watched Lakan channel energy into Uriel’s wounds.

“That warlock was strong,” Uriel replied, brow furrowed. “But he had an extra boost. Someone was amplifying his power, not just for the portal but during the fight as well. Whoever did that, I’ll make them pay for those cowardly moves.”

“He’s a he, and Althea saw him,” Gavriel said. He turned to Simon. “Get me the best artist we have who can do a sketch. I want that bastard’s face by sunrise tomorrow.”

“So the man showed himself to Lady Althea?” Uriel asked, signaling for Lakan to finish and dismiss the healer.

Uriel pulled his shirt on and waited for Gavriel’s answer.

“He did,” Gavriel confirmed. “Althea said that same presence has been hovering around her too, even inside the palace.”

“What? But the royal estate’s defenses are tight, unless