Pain Opens Doors

Talia POV

"My precious Vespera." The Manticore’s voice changed when he said it.

Just enough.

"Come with me. Willingly. Let me complete what Vespera started. Let me wake what's sleeping in your bloodline. Let me finish what she gave everything to build." His voice was almost gentle. "You'll have power beyond anything you've felt. You'll understand everything. And your sister lives. Your pack lives.