Kane and Malachar faced each other across the battlefield, while the Church hunters remained between them. Neither man lowered his weapon, and neither was willing to step aside. Kane's grip tightened around his sword. "Stay away from Lily, Malachar. Whatever you think is happening inside that sanctuary, you are not getting near her." Malachar studied him calmly. "You still believe this is about what I want." Kane frowned. "You risked everything just to make sure you get her. What else am I supposed to believe?" "I came because the King's Breath reacted to her," Malachar answered. "It pulled me east. I followed because I believed Lily was connected to it." Kane's expression hardened. "Connected to it how?" Malachar glanced toward the sanctuary before answering. "I don't know yet. That's exactly why I need to reach her." "That's not happening," Kane said. "Lily needs protection, not another person trying to use her." Malachar's eyes narrowed. "You think I crossed those mountains si