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Chapter 49: The beginning of the end.

[Bellatrix:]

Starkev's reaction is instant as he screams, "Guards!" He knew. He knew we will be here.

"Now!" Trikan yells and I watch as Starkev's guards and Trikan's warriors meet in the middle, Trikan leading his troupe.

My fists clench around my sword and I look at Alec. "Go to him Bella, this is your fight" His voice is steady but I hear the underlying fear and worry that he tries so hard to hide.

I nod and run towards Starkev, Alec swinging his swords against the enemies as I push through the battleground.

Finally, I get to Starkev's front, his guards are fighting with Trik's warriors so it's just him and I. I raise my sword and I can tell he is ready for it but I don't move an inch.

Starkev turns slowly until he faces me, eyes filled with hatred and something else; desperation?

"It seems you have a plan Bellatrix, why not give it up now. Surrender?" He taunts me. "You cannot win."