Last Chance

Ansel fixed his gaze on Erin, saying, "Don't ever bring this up again."

Erin felt the weight of his strictness, especially regarding the taboo of the Soul Spike. She fell silent, a mix of frustration and hurt bubbling inside her.

It was strange—five Soul Spikes, and somehow, Lyra not only survived but seemed to gain powers at lightning speed.

Ansel sighed, "I have my own plans for this. Just focus on your own health."

As he shut the door, Erin caught the complex look in his eyes as he stared at the screen.

A strange sensation washed over her.

Heading downstairs, she collided with Kail, who was on his way out. Ever since Lyra's run-in with the Shedd family, he'd been searching for her, desperate to reconnect.

Erin's anger toward Lyra spilled over onto her brother. "This family raised you for over twenty years and still couldn't control you—just like your sister, a total ingrate!"