Chapter 69

On the other side, the enemies were silently observing. The juggernaut took most of the space, but Brielle could see that though the others at the back were dormant, their weapons were readied.

"Stop right there," Hnat said, when Talin and Brielle were more than a foot from their own group. "We let the prisoners walk at the same time. Nod once to say you understand."

Talin nodded.

"Good. Now bring her to me."

Talin released Brielle's hand. "Walk," she said,...