Dark Oblivion: The Vampire Prophecy Book 3 by G.K. DeRosa & J.N. Colon

Author:G.K. DeRosa & J.N. Colon [DeRosa, G.K.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: G.K. DeRosa LLC
Published: 2018-06-27T18:30:00+00:00

I staggered out of the jet with Garridan’s covered body in my arms. Our summer home stood tall and magnificent against the backdrop of a thousand stars. The vibrant green ivy crawling up the pale stone walls reminded me of Solaris’s eyes, sending a punch to my gut.

My feet stumbled, and the ground began to rise. Strong hands were suddenly under each elbow, keeping me upright.

“Sir, you need to sit down.” Maxum was on my left and Xander on the right. He must have accompanied my family. “Let me take him from you.”

“No.” My arms tightened around Garridan, holding him firm. He took care of me my entire life and now it was my duty to return his kindness. He deserved it and so much more.

Xander and the royal guard traded glances, but they didn’t protest. By the time we made it to the door, my father’s presence filled up the entry.

“What happened?” His eyes lingered over the dried blood covering both Xander and me before dropping to the body in my arms. “Who is that?”

“Garridan’s dead,” I snapped, biting my tongue to keep the tears at bay. I didn’t have time to cry.

A soft gasp echoed as my mother marched around the corner. “Oh my gods.” Tears instantly filled her eyes. “I’m so sorry, Kaige.”

I ignored her condolences. “Where’s Zabrina? She doesn’t need to see this.” She was fond of Garridan, and I wanted to keep as much heartache away from my little sister as possible. She could mourn him after he was buried.

My mother gave a quick nod. “She’s sleeping upstairs.”

I continued through the massive house until I reached the back door. Sweat coated my skin, and my knees were trembling by the time I finally laid Garridan on the soft grass. My breath came in ragged pants, the only sound through the otherwise silent forest.

“Where are the alchemists?” My hands rested on my knees as I tried to calm my pounding heart. “Tell me their work hasn’t been destroyed.”

“A large group of guards was ordered to remain behind and protect them,” my father said. “I’ve been in contact with Delvin. They’re fine, as is their laboratory.”

I nodded and stood, my gaze landing again on Garridan. An ache penetrated all the way to my bones. I wanted to stay and do this myself, but time wasn’t on Solaris’s side. Garridan died protecting her, and I would not let his sacrifice be in vain.

“I need someone to bury him.” My fingers brushed damp strands of hair from my face.

My father glanced between Xander and me, deep lines forming across his brow. “Would someone like to tell me what is going on?” He motioned a large hand toward my bleeding torso. “How were you shot?”

Xander rubbed the stubble on his face, his cheeks hollow from hunger. “Collective soldiers infiltrated the castle.”

Our father shook his head in disbelief, his mouth opening and closing. “What? How is that possible?”

“They took Solaris.” Just saying those words sent sharp stabs through my heart. They could be torturing her right now, and I was too weak to feel it.

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