Jaci Burton: The Darkest Touch

“What if it’s bad?”

“I don’t want her living like that. I couldn’t bear it, knowing my sister was one of them. I’d rather see her dead.”

Ryder nodded, pulled her closer. “Are you still linked to her?”

“I don’t know. Right now I feel. . nothing, no vibe from her at all. But maybe that’s just shock from Lou’s death. Perhaps the connection with Isabelle will come back. And we don’t know what state she’s in right now. If she’s not. . conscious or aware, it might affect our link.”

“That’s true. I know the Realm would like you to help.”

“I’m part of the team, aren’t I?”

He squeezed her hip. “You’re part of my team. It’s the only one that counts.”

The feelings she had for him both frightened and elated her. She’d never been so overwhelmed with emotion for one person before. She’d been alone for so long, making all the decisions, carrying the burden.

Now she didn’t have to. She had Ryder by her side.

“I love you, Ryder.”

Light beamed from his eyes. “I love you, too.”

All she needed from him was his love. As long as she had that, anything was possible.