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I know, Lunita. Max is hurt.
Emotionally, I was caught in a fierce battle and struggled to keep Lunita at bay. I fisted my hands within the water.
But, I’ve got it. Trust me, Lunita. I will kill them.
Despite the warmth of the water surrounding me, I felt cold, as if an icy grip had wrapped itself around my heart.
Blood and death! I want it!
Lunita’s presence loomed larger.
I know.
Tears spilled at the corners of my eyes.
I know. . .
Kaz left his side of the tub, heading my way and holding my gaze.
Could he read the turmoil on my face as easily as words on a page?
He moved closer, the water rippling with his movements, bridging the gap between us with a few strong strokes.
Give me control!
Kaz got in front of me, reached out across the water, and took my hands in his. His fingers were warm against my cold hands. “What is wrong?”
The floodgates opened.
“I’m scared, Kaz,” I lowered my voice. “I can’t shake this feeling. . .It’s like I’m losing myself in this and now... now there’s this voice, her voice, trying to take over and. . .part of me wants to give Lunita the reigns. . .”
Kaz’s expression softened. “But, you will not give her control.”
“No.” I gritted my teeth, and my bottom lip quivered.
Slowly, he drew me into his huge arms. His body was a wall of heat against my chilled skin as he held me close, offering not just comfort but solidarity too.
He whispered into my ear, “Breathe, mysh.”
I took a deep breath.
Air shuddered into my lungs as I tried to focus on the here and now.
“We have it, Lunita. We have it.” Kaz landed soft kisses on my forehead, and the icy grip of Lunita’s presence within me began to thaw.
But it didn’t completely recede.
Instead, it morphed, transforming into a throbbing pain that resonated with my own heartache.
I’m sorry.
I closed my eyes.
It is not your fault.
I trembled within Kaz’s hold, unsure if it was Lunita or me.
I should have come out. I didn’t know.
