Chapter 20: Unwelcome Truths
"I'll go with you," Liana said in a broken voice. "Just don't hurt Jace." Darius's face turned softer. "A wise choice." "Liana, no!" When Jace tried to stand up, he fell back down and blood got on his shirt. The king snapped his fingers, and two bad guys walked forward. "Take him with you. Kindly." Jace growled, "I can walk," but his legs gave out from under him. "Your pride will get you killed, boy," Darius said coldly. "Accept help when it's offered."