Chapter 194. Fight As One

“It’s the antidote for your mother,” Zander said, hand trembling. “I gave Ava a potion so she could manipulate the Queen Mother.”

Gavriel’s jaw tightened. “You let that wretch control my mother?”

“Yes. I’ll accept whatever punishment you decide. But the antidote works, give it to her as soon as you return,” Zander explained.

Gavriel studied Zander for a long moment, then finally took the bottle. “If my mother suffers lasting harm, I will destroy your House myself. Do you understand?”

“I do,” Zander said.

As soon as Zander turned back toward the cottage, he froze. Most of his clan members and loyal followers of their clan were already gathered there, waiting for him. They stood in a wide arc beneath the trees, their faces tight with hope, fear, and years of silent suffering.

Arlan stepped forward first. “Master…” His voice carried a question he didn’t dare speak aloud. Everyone felt it. They had been waiting too long for an answer that